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1361 | Do you forgive Judas? | John 13:11 | Mommapbs | 42800 | ||
Hank,I guess perhaps we both serve a function here, for I long for unity of the fellowship of believers too. My suggestion to you is that in your zeal to promote "solid scriptural exegesis, fact, truth and unity", that you also check your "opinionated nuances" at the delete function. Sorry to be so strong on this, but your other post has me rather annoyed as you have manipulated my words into a blasphemous suggestion. |
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1362 | Do you forgive Judas? | John 13:11 | Mommapbs | 42789 | ||
Kalos: Thank you for the Scriptures. Are you suggesting that the orignal question was "foolish, ignorant, contentious, not edifying"? It was edifying for me as it caused me to thank God for Judas as His instrument. For with his participation, today I HAVE SALVATION! This question also caused me to reflect upon the Judas's I have in my own life and what my attitude toward them is (should be). I am sorry if my reactions to Hank's post have offended you. My primary concern was and is that when you cast disparaging remarks (as opposed to a Biblical rebuke) upon another's posting, (Hank referred to Love Fountain's question as "inane and inept") others may also experience a sense of inadequacy and become discouraged from future Forum participation. Mommapbs |
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1363 | Do you forgive Judas? | John 13:11 | Mommapbs | 42787 | ||
Hank, how is the question, "Do you forgive Judas?" akin to the self righteous attitude of the Pharisees confronted by Jesus? Perhaps if you suggested that this questions was "frivolous, idle chatter or speculation" it would not have had the same "punch" of your original characterization. My primary concern was and is that when you cast disparaging remarks (as opposed to a Biblical rebuke) upon another's posting, (you referred to Love Fountain's question as "inane and inept") others may also experience a sense of inadequacy and become discouraged from future Forum participation. If you are concerned about the propriety of a question or the direction of a thread, may I suggest that you call it to the attention of the Lockman Foundation for review. Mommapbs |
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1364 | Do you forgive Judas? | John 13:11 | Mommapbs | 42749 | ||
Hank - Thanks for your prompt reply. Although not addressed to me, your criticism of others who pose questions on the Forum did upset me. It has been said, if you can't say something nice . . . and this has NOTHING to do with tolerance. I agree, we must be vigilant in defending the Faith and the Truth of God's Word. But there is a way to do it, with gentleness, respect and love. This appeared to be lacking (from my perspective) in your response. We are to told to esteem others more highly than ourselves and in the context of this command, I felt that you were being unfair to the the author of the original question. How does one discover the Truth unless one desires to know it? Discovery always involves questions. No question should be ever called inane or enept. To do so may discourage others from participation. If I harbor bitterness toward you or any other in my heart, the only one who will suffer is me. Therefore, it is better to forgive the offense than to become an offender. Please don't get your hackles up - this has been a good exercize in recognizing my own critical spirit and what I evoke in others! If I have offended you in any way, please accept my sincere apologies! Mommapbs |
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1365 | Do you forgive Judas? | John 13:11 | Mommapbs | 42736 | ||
Greetings Hank! Since our salvation depends upon God's forgiveness, why not mull over what our responsibilities are in the matter? As for Judas, I too agree with Savant's answer. We are told to forgive those who "trepass against us." So what about those who do offend us - what is our attitude? What should it be? This gives me cause for introspection for as I sit and read some of the posts on this Forum, I become angry and offended by the tone or the lack of Bibilical support of many. Since I am offended, does this predicate the necessity of my forgiveness toward the writers of these "inane" and "inept" texts? I forgive you. Mommapbs |
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1366 | What is a Christian? | Luke 9:32 | Mommapbs | 39865 | ||
Robert Nicholson writes:In Ephesians we read "you hath he quickened (made alive) who were dead in tresspasses and in sin" Eph. 2:1 We find that this came about by the grace of God in v. 8 "For by grace are you saved through faith, and that not of yourselves it is the gift of God; not of works lest any man should boast" Eph. 2:8 How can a holy God do this. God cannot overlook sin! I think the answer is here "For he that made him (Jesus Christ) to be sin for us, who knew no sin (Christ); that we might be made the righteousness of God through him" 2 Cor.5:21 We see here the substitutionary work of Christ upon the Cross. It was on calvary that he "was stricken and smitten of God and afflicted" Isaiah 53:4. It was there in the darkness of the cross that he as the sin bearer new what it was to be forsaken and to bear awful judgment against sin. He took my sin and was judged for it, that I a lost sinner might be clothed upon by his righeousness. Our total acceptance to God is in Christ "wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved" Eph. 1:6 To insist that we in our natural condition as lost, helpless and spiritually dead sinners can do anything to add to the work of Christ which is finished, is an insult to the grace of God. Brother Moran has rightly differentiated between the first and second resurrection. In addition, it is interesting to note that in scripture those who have been saved and die naturally are referred to as those who sleep in Christ (1Thess.4) In Rev. 20 we must underline that it is the DEAD, THE DEAD, small and great who are judged. Why are they judged? God must judge sin! If we will not accept the judgement of Christ for our sins, then we will suffer for that rejection forever. Christ stands alone for salvation, for he is worthy. Praise his precious name. |
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1367 | What is a Christian? | Luke 9:32 | Mommapbs | 39742 | ||
Judith, many people follow the teachings of Jesus Christ. Our nation was founded upon His principles. Following His teaching and trying to live our lives accordingly is an admirable goal but it will NOT result in eternal life. I have read several postings addressed to you by other members of this forum who have explained that Christianity is a relationship that is based upon GOd's Grace extended to us out of His love and Mercy for us - it is not something that we can work for or follow. Salvation is found in none other than the FINISHED work of Jesus Christ. Recognizing our sin and the just penalty for that sin - death or eternal separation from God - enables us to come to Him in repentence, asking for personal forgiveness - claiming His death as the penalty paid for our sin. We can not inherit salvation or become a CHristian based upon our family history or wishful thinking. It is a decision of the will to choose God's WAY - Jesus, not some path that we construct out of our own good deeds. I pray the the Holy Spirit will speak to you and that you will consider God's Word with a seeking heart to know the truth and not continue to try and make a way that seems right to you. Blessings in Jesus, Mommapbs |
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1368 | Does Scripture support these? | Luke 9:32 | Mommapbs | 39716 | ||
Thanks Joe for your support and prodding of Judith. I am quite confused by what she has expressed in her profile as well. I've written one more post to encourage her to address each statement or question in 1-2-3-4 order. Hopefully, we'll get a little more feedback into where she has come from to arrive at such un-Biblical thinking. Thanks again! Mommapbs |
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1369 | Does Scripture support these? | Luke 9:32 | Mommapbs | 39715 | ||
Judith: I agree, Jesus Christ is eternal; He is the Creator and was always in existence! But He is that and so much more - He is my Savior; He is my Lord; He is my Heavenly Father, my Provider, my Healer; He is my Friend and Companion; He is my Guide and my Counselor; my Corrector, my Champion, and the Lover of my soul!! He is "I AM" for He is whatever I need Him to be! It would be helpful to me and others reading these posts if you would continue to clarify some things. 1. What is your definition of a Christian? 2. How is life after death proved by Jesus being born as a baby? 3. Where in Scripture do you see the reference to the "word 'grafted' means that the Spirit of God joined in the body of Jesus?" 4. Please support this statement with Scripture: "But Im sure this was not his only appearance in the world he created." 5. Please explain what you have written in your profile: "Im a mixture of many compounds found on earth, which link me to our first Parents, Adam and Eve. I believe my father was a Martian, and my mother a descendant of Abraham. They both join forces with our Lord Jesus Christ. And so we became a Christian family." Please answer these requests in 1-2-3-4-5 order, I'm still confused as to how you have arrived at the "theology" you have expressed in your posts and in your profile. Thanks for taking the time to answer! Mommapbs |
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1370 | Does Scripture support these? | Luke 9:32 | Mommapbs | 39688 | ||
Greetings Judith: I would encourage you to look again at your statements and then address the specifics I have identified. 1. "But is also true that spirits are crafted by this method." What are you referring to? How are spirits crafted in the same manner as human beings other than they were created by God? 2. And (the invisible force of God)has been among us in many different physical bodies. Tis sounds pretty "New Age" to me. God is not an invisible FORCE - let's get down to how He describes Himself. As far as the prophets of the past, they were inspired by the Holy Spirit to write as they did, but they were mere human beings; indeed set apart by God as His instruments. But God was incarnate in only 1 physical body, that of Jesus Christ. (John 3:16) 3. "So I gather it(the body of Jesus) must be among us somewhere." Where does Scripture say that the "body of Jesus" is? His spirit is among us and in each believer, but His body? Acts 1:6-11 records the ascension of Jesus in to Heaven and promises His bodily return! 4.Your comments about "being born, growing old and dying with the hope of a new awakening" could describe Islam, et al. So HOW does this form the basis for Christianity? Christianity is all about the birth, death and ressurrection of JESUS! For the believer, we have this assurance: that Christ lives within us and one day we will share His glory! (Col 1:27) Col 1:15-29 would be a good passage for you to look at. Mommapbs |
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1371 | Justice or revenge? | 1 Kin 2:6 | Mommapbs | 39662 | ||
Greetings ekip! I agree, I too wonder why David didn't exact justice under the law regarding Joab? Yet he charged Solomon with holding him accountable. Did David trust in his son's wisdom rather than God's sovereignty? (Solomon had not asked God for wisdom yet!) Continuing our inspection of David's last words, we encounter Shimei: "now it was he who cursed me with a violent curse on the day I went to Mahanaim. But when he came down to me at the Jordan, I swore to him by the LORD, saying, 'I will not put you to death with the sword.' It boggles my mind to see such a reversal of mercy here! At the end of his life, did David still harbor resentment toward his enemies? In His Psalms, David cried out to the Lord to deal with his enemies and here he asks his son to "handle it!" David charges Solomon: "Now therefore, do not let him go unpunished, for you are a wise man; and you will know what you ought to do to him, and you will bring his gray hair down to Sheol with blood." Isn't this a contrast to our Lord's command to us to love those who persecute us? It is interesting to note how Solomon deals with Shimei - he sets him up to fail! (See 1 Kings 2:36-46) Since this has piqued my interest, I know that God has something to teach me from this passage that I need to apply to my life! God gives us examples of what NOT to do in His Word as well! Perhaps He wants me to examine my relationships and see if I have some hidden motives laced with revenge! Maybe I need to be careful to hold others accountable for their actions against me and not defer or transfer this responsibility. Comments? |
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1372 | Only one incarnation! | Luke 9:32 | Mommapbs | 39591 | ||
Greetings Steved! Thanks for your input. If you look at my follow-up post to jdthcstl you will see that I have asked her to support her statements with Scripture. Be sure to check back! Mommapbs |
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1373 | What about those who have never heard? | Rom 1:16 | Mommapbs | 39561 | ||
Greeting again John! Since I am not in this doctrinal camp I have no explanation for you - I only suggested a Scripture in my last post that makes salvation God's business. He will have mercy and compassion upon whom HE chooses.(Let's not open the door of predestination on this thread OK?) Salvation is found in no other name than Jesus. Our God is more than able to save all those who would choose Jesus - and HE will make a way to be sure they hear the good news of the Gospel! This does not excuse believers from sharing the Good News with others, but I believe it frees us from bearing the responsibility for another's eternal destiny. Mommapbs |
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1374 | What about those who have never heard? | Rom 1:16 | Mommapbs | 39453 | ||
Greeting John: You wrote:"The problem as I see it is: If people are told that their salvation rests on their choosing Christ as their saviour and they bring up the question of those who never get to choose, how are they to be answered? What NT (or OT for that matter) text can we point them to?" Although I agree with your post I would bring this scripture to your attention. "I will have mercy on whom I have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I have compassion." Romans 9:15 Exodus 33:19 Just something to consider! Blessings, Mommapbs |
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1375 | HOW COULD JESUS BE A DESCENDANT OF DAVID | Bible general Archive 1 | Mommapbs | 39394 | ||
Greetings JdthCstl: You wrote:"If you read the scriptures in Luke, you will know, that the holy spirit incarnated in the body of the baby Jesus. He grew up to be a man died, and went to heaven. You also must realize that prior to this event, the holy spirit had other incarnations. A revelation of two of his incarnations was reveal to Peter, James, and John in Luke 9:32" Jesus Christ is the ONLY BEGOTTEN SON of the Father. (John 3:16)There was only one incarnation. In Scripture we see several "theophanies" but only ONE incarnation - God entering humanity - "for the Child who has been conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit." Matthew 1:20. In this account of the Transfiguration of Jesus, the two men are identified as Moses and Elijah. Both of these were men, born of earthly fathers and mothers. No where does Scripture indicate the these were the product of the Holy Spirit's incarnation! Also, in your post you left out the key element of Christianity - when Jesus died, He was resurrected, THEN He was taken into Heaven. The fact of the resurrection is the confident expectation of every believer! Praise be to God for His matchless Gift of Jesus to us! Mommapbs |
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1376 | Only one incarnation! | Luke 9:32 | Mommapbs | 39392 | ||
Jesus Christ is the ONLY BEGOTTEN SON of the Father. (John 3:16)There was only one incarnation. In Scripture we see several "theophanies" but only ONE incarnation - God entering humanity - "for the Child who has been conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit." Matthew 1:20. JdthCstl writes:"If you read the scriptures in Luke, you will know, that the holy spirit incarnated in the body of the baby Jesus. He grew up to be a man died, and went to heaven. You also must realize that prior to this event, the holy spirit had other incarnations. A revelation of two of his incarnations was reveal to Peter, James, and John in Luke 9:32" In this account of the Transfiguration of Jesus, the two men are identified as Moses and Elijah. Both of these were men, born of earthly fathers and mothers. No where does Scripture indicate the these were the product of the Holy Spirit's incarnation! Also, in your post you left out the key element of Christianity - when Jesus died, He was resurrected, THEN He was taken into Heaven. The fact of the resurrection is the confident expectation of every believer! Praise be to God for His matchless Gift of Jesus to us! Mommapbs |
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1377 | What does this mean? | Ezek 8:17 | Mommapbs | 39343 | ||
Greetings Tim! Thanks for the great notes. I appreciate this input from you. I'm going to pass these along to my Dad who is also my Sunday School teacher! May God bless you and yours! In Jesus, T |
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1378 | What does it mean I THIRST in John 19 | John 19:28 | Mommapbs | 39295 | ||
Another take on this verse for you to consider! Here Jesus hung, covered with the sins of mankind . . . I'm wondering if what Jesus was thirsty for was RIGHTEOUSNESS? "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied." Mt 5:6 Notice that what man offered was anything but satisfying! We see that the sponge soaked in vinegar was lifted to Jesus on a hyssop stalk.(John 19:29) Hyssop was symbolic of cleansing. Nothing man could do would ever accomplish the cleansing found in the blood of Jesus Christ! Blessings Mommapbs |
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1379 | Is our dress a reflection of our heart? | Bible general Archive 1 | Mommapbs | 39132 | ||
Greetings CDBJ! I'm sorry I didn't elaborate on our situation - God absolutely provided a miraculous healing of our son. It was in '94 (he was 13 at the time) that he was dx with a stage 4 non-Hodgkins lymphoma and after only 3 months of treatment, he was in complete remission. He had to endure two years of chemo. I had to "endure" my doubt and lack of faith in God to do as He promised. Read Psalm 41. God gave me this passage the night (2 am. Jan 26, 1994) before we even knew the exact diagnosis! Our God is soooooooooooo amazing! Makes worrying about what to wear or not to wear a little insignificant doesn't it? Believe me, life changed and we really came to understand the value and necessity of livng life one day at a time! Blessings in Jesus! Mommapbs |
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1380 | Is our dress a reflection of our heart? | Bible general Archive 1 | Mommapbs | 39117 | ||
Proper Dress!! For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. Gal 3:27 He's a perfect fit!! Blessings Mommapbs |
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