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121 | Scriptural Support? | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 122322 | ||
Thank you. I do appreciate your position. --Rowdy | ||||||
122 | Only for the early Church? | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 122331 | ||
Thank you for your post. I appreciate your position. --Rowdy | ||||||
123 | Spirit/spirit?Is Spirit given or spirit? | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 122333 | ||
As I've mentioned before, I agree with you wholeheartedly when God's Word (our Bibles) refer to the Word, it should be capitalized as coming from the Godhead. As a matter fact, I've recently been trying to remember to capitalize almost Everything that is clearly coming from the Godhead. This is quite a ministry for you, isn't it? All I can say is Thank God for you and people like you to keep people like me on the straight and narrow OR at least somewhere close so I can find my way back. God bless. --Rowdy |
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124 | Right purposes for miracles | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 122365 | ||
You seem to be forgetting the main purpose behind these miracles IF indeed they're from God. According to His Word, miracles have always been an used as "signs and wonders" to confirm the person performing them as having God's seal of approval. We even get such examples from the OT, like Elijah against Baal and his false prophets, 1 Ki 18. But from the NT we have Matt 24:24 "For false Christs and false prophets will arise and will show great signs and wonders, so as to mislead, if possible, even the elect. Mark 13:22 for false Christs and false prophets will arise, and will show signs and wonders, in order to lead astray, if possible, the elect. John 4:48 So Jesus said to him, "Unless you people see signs and wonders, you simply will not believe." Acts 2:19 'AND I WILL GRANT WONDERS IN THE SKY ABOVE AND SIGNS ON THE EARTH BELOW, BLOOD, AND FIRE, AND VAPOR OF SMOKE. Acts 2:22 "Men of Israel, listen to these words: Jesus the Nazarene, a man attested to you by God with miracles and wonders and signs which God performed through Him in your midst, just as you yourselves know-- Acts 2:43 Everyone kept feeling a sense of awe; and many wonders and signs were taking place through the apostles. Acts 4:30 while You extend Your hand to heal, and signs and wonders take place through the name of Your holy servant Jesus." Acts 5:12 At the hands of the apostles many signs and wonders were taking place among the people; and they were all with one accord in Solomon's portico. Acts 6:8 And Stephen, full of grace and power, was performing great wonders and signs among the people. Acts 7:36 "This man led them out, performing wonders and signs in the land of Egypt and in the Red Sea and in the wilderness for forty years. Acts 14:3 Therefore they spent a long time there speaking boldly with reliance upon the Lord, who was testifying to the word of His grace, granting that signs and wonders be done by their hands. Acts 15:12 All the people kept silent, and they were listening to Barnabas and Paul as they were relating what signs and wonders God had done through them among the Gentiles. Rom 15:19 in the power of signs and wonders, in the power of the Spirit; so that from Jerusalem and round about as far as Illyricum I have fully preached the gospel of Christ. 2 Cor 12:12 The signs of a true apostle were performed among you with all perseverance, by signs and wonders and miracles. 2 Thess 2:9 that is, the one whose coming is in accord with the activity of Satan, with all power and signs and false wonders, Heb 2:4 God also testifying with them, both by signs and wonders and by various miracles and by gifts of the Holy Spirit according to His own will. So we see from Jesus Himself that false people would also be performing these kinds of miracles (signs and wonders). We want to believe that only God's children (christians) could perform these miracles but alas God expects us to "test these spirits" and determine which is the real deal. Which ones have God's seal of approval just as in the first century? Thus we must use God's Word to inspect the quality of these miracles. We see this pattern started by the Bereans and endorsed by God. What did they do? They listened to one of the greatest Gospel preachers of all time but they didn't take Paul's word for the accuracy of his Gospel message. They compared what they were hearing to their scriptures. So we must do the same, in principle. So again, I ask in accordance with God's Word: 1) What characteristics between the miracles of today do we see matching those in the Bible? 2) What is the purpose of these miracles being performed in today's world? I would say this kind of investigation of today's miracles is paramount to prevent false teachers in dividing the Lord's church. God bless. --Rowdy |
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125 | Right purposes for miracles | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 122427 | ||
As long as it really was broken, confirmed by X-ray and then confirmed completely whole by another X-ray. Naturally, both the person with the healed toe and the miracle would be most anxious for this proof to be accomplished. Also the person healed would be able to jump, walk and run on that foot. Once again these miracles have to meet the same standard as seen in the Bible, that is something truly supernatural. Hope this helps and God bless. --Rowdy |
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126 | YET ascented to Heaven | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 122991 | ||
I have to agree with almost everything you've said here, all but the point about Jesus' visit to Hell/Hades. Although Peter is pretty clear about Jesus' going there, it's not quite so clear what exactly He preached to them or the end result therefrom. Cited for reference: 1 Pet 3:18 For Christ also suffered once for sins, the just for the unjust, that He might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive by the Spirit, 19by whom also He went and preached to the spirits in prison, 20who formerly were disobedient, when once the Divine longsuffering waited in the days of Noah, while the ark was being prepared, in which a few, that is, eight souls, were saved through water. Thanks be to God, this is not a point that's critical for agreement to be pleasing to God, thus we can agree to disagree. There's so many good scholars on this Forum, I feel dwarfed. God bless you, dear friend. --Rowdy |
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127 | I need to find a passage in the Bible... | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 122994 | ||
Good statement, right on target. God bless. --Rowdy | ||||||
128 | Can you loose your salvation? | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 123070 | ||
I read your whole post with interest but as I've stated I'm satisfied that a full balance of God's Word has been represented on this thread so that everyone who's interested can find God's Guidance if they're looking for IT. But for the record, I must disagree with each point of your post above. In contrast, I think God's Word speaks clearly to the bottom line question as posed by swmparent2. Also I noticed you didn't address one of my most important points, that is my point I would title "better safe than sorry." How can you possibly take the position as you state and not address that issue? Surely, you must admit, my post had several good points with seemly just as solid Bible foundation as yours. I await your response. I do hope and pray you'll study this issue with an open mind and open heart. God bless. --Rowdy |
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129 | Can you loose your salvation? | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 123073 | ||
Angel, you make a very, very good point, especially about the Samaritan woman. God bless. --Rowdy | ||||||
130 | Can you loose your salvation? | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 123077 | ||
I'm hoping to see your response to each of the specific points of my Post 123052. Looking forward to the discussion. Thanks and God bless. --Rowdy | ||||||
131 | Can you loose your salvation? | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 123079 | ||
I sincerely thank you for your post but I noticed you didn't respond to the other specific points on my post. Apparently, you don't agree with my assessment of Jesus statement. So what kind of modern name would you apply to Jesus principle as cited in Matt 5:29-30. So how do you deal with the "seeming contradiction" of these passages? God bless. --Rowdy |
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132 | Can you loose your salvation? | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 123142 | ||
I'm assuming you've already shared these Holy Words from Jesus Christ Himself to this "bishop." If he doesn't believe them, he really should stop professing to being a bishop and go back to studying his Bible...and do a lot of praying. John 14:6 Jesus said to him, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me. Also Matt 28:17 When they saw Him, they worshiped Him; but some doubted. 18And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, "All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 19Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, God bless. --Rowdy |
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133 | Where does membership come from? | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 123150 | ||
I would respond to you with a reminder about the Lord's parable about sowing seed from Matt 13. In this case, Jesus provides his own interpreation as follows. 18 "Therefore hear the parable of the sower: 19When anyone hears the word of the kingdom, and does not understand it, then the wicked one comes and snatches away what was sown in his heart. This is he who received seed by the wayside. 20But he who received the seed on stony places, this is he who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy; 21yet he has no root in himself, but endures only for a while. For when tribulation or persecution arises because of the word, immediately he stumbles. 22Now he who received seed among the thorns is he who hears the word, and the cares of this world and the deceitfulness of riches choke the word, and he becomes unfruitful. 23But he who received seed on the good ground is he who hears the word and understands it, who indeed bears fruit and produces: some a hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty." So you see, some congregations take on a personality much like a person does and thus can become like one of the four types of soil in this parable. Some congregations are very good, full of spirit and truth and some are only existing in their last few days, but then there are all those in between those two extremes. It's up to us as God's children to do our part and inspect the fruit of the congregations and confirm they truly are reflecting God's Word in their midst. We must continue searching for that ideal group so we can "grow where we're planted" by our Lord and then be productive ourselves. Each of us must take up our own cross from the Lord and bear its burden, remaining faithful till death, Rev 2:10. Hope this helps and God bless. --Rowdy |
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134 | Where does membership come from? | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 123194 | ||
I must say you and Forever Prophet are getting a lot of good responses with several good scriptures in support. I'm sure you already know my position on the matter but I'd just like to give some advice from someone who's tried that road of self-sufficency and isolation. For one thing, it's not pleaseant. When you get in a bind, socially, emotionally or spiritually, you don't have anyone in whom you can really trust with your deepest thoughts, your inner most feelings. Second thing is the big danger. As I mentioned it sounds if you all come from the perspective as being strong enough to be a christian on your own and not needing a regular membership in a local congregation. The biggest danger I see in that scenario is the fact you're not going to recognize when you need to be humbled. Make no mistake, when you're out by self and not getting checked on by a fellow strong brother who knows you like a brother should, being as strong as you are, you're probably going to grow just a little TOO independent and NOT realize your need for dependence on God. Then you're going to run into a BIG humbling by the main Man, Himself and I didn't like it when it happened to me. Like I said I've been down that road and the Lord has humbled me. I "saw the light" and repented after getting my share of bumps and bruises. So keep this advice in mind as you journey along in your spiritual walk with God. He knows us best because He created us and He knows we need the fellowship and leadership from our local congregation. Remember "Am I my brother's keeper?" was NOT a rhetorical question. God's answer to that question is a definite Yes. You need to be in the congregation doing your share of keeping someone straight WITH love and then when it's your turn, someone who truly loves you will straighten you out. Remember, all of us strong, bull-headed and confident bucks need some guidance now and again. I know...I'm as stubborn as they come, just ask my wife. I sincerely hope this helps, dear friend and God bless. --Rowdy |
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135 | Where does membership come from? | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 123244 | ||
I've noticed there's quite a few posts lodged on this thread, so maybe you've missed some or all of mine. Their numbers are 123115, 123150 and 123194. You can find any post by inserting this no in the Quick Search in the upper right corner of your screen or in this case, just look for my name on the thread. In my posts, I've cited several scriptures, the sum total of which, clearly indicate God wants us to be a vital, genuine and hard working member under the leadship of the elders appointed to lead that particular congregation. If we find a congregation that IS following God's Word, then it's up to us as submissive and obedient children of God to humble ourselves and submit to their leadership. If you don't agree with some of the things they're doing AND they're available for discussion as items the NT allows for options, then maybe you can influence a "wave" of change. But this is usually done only after you've invested some time and effort into the congregation showing your willingness to be an active part of that group of christians. If you're not an actual, devoted member of the hard-working bunch of christians in a particular congregation but prefer to stay on the periphery or the outer edge of that group, then you get what's coming to you, which is a reflection of what you put into it. If on Judgment Day, you are still in this condition, the Lord might question your true loyalty to Him and He might hesitate to confess your name to His Father as being one of His, but of course that's between you and God. You see, we're suppose to draw nearer and nearer to God and He will draw nearer to us. We're also supposed to grow and take on more responsibilities and develop our talents as cited in Jesus' parables. Hope this helps and God bless. --Rowdy |
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136 | Where does membership come from? | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 123265 | ||
It sounds to me like you're mixed up with the wrong group of folks who don't practice God's Word. In our congregation and in several congregations around the city, we have elders and deacons who take their job very, very seriously. Elders and deacons are selected in strict accordance with the guidance in Titus and 1 Tim, then they execute their duties with much prayer and forethought. The elders shepard the flock with a great deal of concern for their physical welfare AND their spiritual growth. Most of the deacons follow and submit themselves to their respective elders per congregation and devote themselves to prayer and following God's Word. Every once in a while, a small problem might show up and we deal with it at the lowest level possible before we follow Jesus procedure for elevating the situation as cited in Matt 18. I'd be the first to admit there's not enough discipline going on in the Lord's church but the biggest root cause of that is the vast and wide spread lack of Bible knowledge throughout the church in today's fast paced world. My bottom line recommendation to you is to keep looking for the Lord's church in your community. I'm sure you'll find such a group but if you're positive that none meet your standards, send me your personal E-Mail address so I can send you a list for your area (or I'll send mine). Hope this helps and God bless. --Rowdy PS: I was just installed as a deacon a couple of weeks ago so I would solicit your prayers for my growth in wisdom as I'll need it. |
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137 | Where does membership come from? | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 123269 | ||
I can only suggest your re-reading all of my posts on this thread. You seem to have missed my most important bottom line conclusion. The way I see God's Word, He doesn't give us an option. Either we become a part of the actual devoted, hard working christian we know we should be or we might not make it to Heaven. It's my conclusion that if we're not fruitful in the "Lord's vineyard," He'll cut us off as being unproductive and cast us in the everlasting fires of Hell. I do hope you'll continue studying and praying on this subject. This is NOT just merely important...it's crucial to our salvation. God bless. --Rowdy |
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138 | Where does membership come from? | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 123274 | ||
If I might interject here, the best scripture I can think of is from Peter as follows 1 Pet 5:1 The elders who are among you I exhort, I who am a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, and also a partaker of the glory that will be revealed: 2Shepherd the flock of God which is among you, serving as overseers, not by compulsion but willingly, not for dishonest gain but eagerly; 3nor as being lords over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock; 4and when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that does not fade away. 5 Likewise you younger people, submit yourselves to your elders. Yes, all of you be submissive to one another, and be clothed with humility, for "God resists the proud, But gives grace to the humble." 6Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, 7casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you. 8Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. 9Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world. 10But may[4] the God of all grace, who called us[5] to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you. 11To Him be the glory and the dominion forever and ever. Amen. This should be clear enough without any comment from anyone, least of all, me. God bless. --Rowdy |
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139 | How do you know the Bible is the word of | NT general Archive 1 | Rowdy | 129821 | ||
Masterful job in responding, Hank. Concise and to the point. For me, it's difficult to be that way. You are a true asset to the Forum. God bless. Rowdy |
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140 | Is your God superior to you? | Gen 1:1 | Rowdy | 122907 | ||
It seems you left out just one small feature out of your statement but no problem. As you say, "All can be easily corrected." You see, a very important and essential element of this picture is the fact the Jesus and the Holy Spirit are definitely part of the Godhead as clearly portrayed in the Genesis account of the creation, at the baptism of Jesus and in John 1. All three of the Godhead have their distinctive roles/function in this relationship with mankind. Of course, it goes without saying that none of these three are superior to the other. Just wanted to throw in my two cents' worth. God bless. --Rowdy |
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