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1381 | god helps those who help themselves | 2 Tim 2:15 | BradK | 147615 | ||
Hi Ram658, Your questions is one that is frequently asked. I do not know the origins of this statement, but it is not found in scripture. It's one of those sayings that sound good and may even convey a shade of truth but are lacking in Biblical support. I hope this helps, BradK |
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1382 | holy spirit | John 16:7 | BradK | 147267 | ||
Hi ministermay, We don't have any direct (recorded) involvment of the Holy Spirit in Christs' ascension. And, actually there is very little about the ascension in the Gospels. However, we do know what Christ foretold in John 16:7-15: "But I tell you the truth, it is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you; but if I go, I will send Him to you..." The most text we have recording His actual ascension is Acts 1:9-11. We do know- or rather can surmise- that without His ascension the Holy Spirit would not have come. This would have severly limited the early church as is recorded in Acts- maybe better titled, "The Acts of the Holy Spirit". I don't have my notes with me on this topic to give a better answer at this time. Should you desire more on this, I know netbible.org has several good resources available. I hope this helps, BradK |
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1383 | Anointing?? | 1 John 2:27 | BradK | 147025 | ||
Hi Lissa, Your question is a good one. 2 Cor. 1:21 is very much to the point about anointing. The action has already taken place. Though there is much in the WOF teaching- specifically- that bandies about being "anointed" for this or that, I see very little scriptural support. I can't think of any verse that tells us someone is anointed with any particular gift or that we're anointed more than once. Even in the OT, the priest was only anointed once! ( Ex. 28:41, Lev. 7:36) We see kings and priests being "anointed" for specific tasks ( 2 Ki. 9:12, 1 Chron. 11:3), and we see ceremonial anointings in the NT in Luke 7:46 and John 11:2. It may be that there is an issue of semantics involved, but I believe the term is overused and misused many times. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1384 | Do you have to know Christ? | Rom 1:20 | BradK | 146647 | ||
Hello 911, Welcome to the Forum. Are you sure you were listening to a Christian station? The Pastor was clearly wrong- if you understood him correctly- because there is no salvation apart from Christ and scripture in no way teaches that our good deeds get us to heaven! (Is. 64:6, John. 14:6, Rom. 3:10-12) I believe the argument of Romans 1 is very clear on the matter.I believe this is referred to as Inclusivism. The debate is if a loving and merciful God would condem someone who cannot understand His revelation due to lack of mental capacity, etc. This is within Gods' sovereign grace. I hope this helps, BradK |
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1385 | How do christian give up the ghost? | Luke 23:46 | BradK | 146528 | ||
Hi cpowell, I don't see any Biblical mandate for Christians to "give up the ghost." The reference in Luke 23 is obviously Christ, crying out from the cross, "Father, into your hands I commit My Spirit." It is simply the final statement before His death. This is not a requisite command for believers. I hope this helps, BradK |
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1386 | did jesus go to hell or heaven | Eph 4:9 | BradK | 146477 | ||
Hi Moses01, Welcome to the Forum! Despite the WOF dogma to the contrary, there is no scriptural basis to support that Jesus went to hell to atone for our sins! The passage in Eph. 4:9 merely states He ( Jesus) "descended to the lower parts..." The term "lower parts" is meros not Gehenna (Gk) the commonly used word for hell in the NT. I hope this helps, BradK |
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1387 | populate the world | 2 Tim 2:15 | BradK | 146464 | ||
Hi 1way, Probably the best advice I can give to your question, is to point you in the right direction. You might want to go to www.netbible.org and under "Topics" click on Creation. Also, the Institute for Creation Research (ICR) may be found at www.icr.org. I hope this helps, BradK |
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1388 | Brainwashing.. | 2 Tim 3:16 | BradK | 146367 | ||
Janini, Since your question is not related to the Bible, it cannot be appropriately answered here. Yours lies within the realm of medical and or psychological diagnosis. I would recommend checking with your doctor. I hope this helps, BradK |
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1389 | when it seems not enough to pay tithes | 2 Cor 9:7 | BradK | 146220 | ||
Hi 12pvchecks, Assuming your example is describing a real situaution, you do have a problem! I wouldn't presume to have an answer for you or be able to provide you with specific counsel as I don't know your situation. It would also be inappropriate as the Forums' primary purpose is Bible study and not personal or financial counsel. I would seek a competant and trusted Christian adviser to give you advice on these matters. Developing a budget- if you don't have one- would be an excellent place to start. I've read several books by Larry Burkett and Ron Blue that can help you to develop a plan to deal with these issues. If you want the titles, feel free to e-mail me. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1390 | what should we do? | Lev 23:10 | BradK | 146205 | ||
Hi 12pvchecks, There is nothing wrong with pursuing our dreams and goals. If God has opened up a door for you, go through it. Just make sure your heart is in the right place, and seek the Lord's guidence (Prov. 3:5-6). If you remember Phil. 2:4, and put others before yourself, you'll be fine. I hope this helps, BradK |
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1391 | what should firstfruits be | Lev 23:10 | BradK | 146163 | ||
Hi 12pvchecks, In the OT, every individual was required to consecrate to God a portion of the first-fruits of the land (Ex. 22:29; 23:19; 34:26; Num. 15:20, 21). There is no NT useage of the term "firstfruits" in relation to giving. I think the principle is similar- even synonymous- to the 10 percent giving as you mentioned. I think we could make that inference, but I don't know what "the firstfruits of your income" should be as scripture doesn't explicitly provide an answer. I don't see any cut-and-dried formula on this. Check out 2 Cor. 9:6-12: "But this I say, He that soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he that soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. 7Let each man do according as he hath purposed in his heart: not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. 8And God is able to make all grace abound unto you; that ye, having always all sufficiency in everything, may abound unto every good work: 9as it is written, He hath scattered abroad, he hath given to the poor; His righteousness abideth for ever. 10And he that supplieth seed to the sower and bread for food, shall supply and multiply your seed for sowing, and increase the fruits of your righteousness: 11ye being enriched in everything unto all liberality, which worketh through us thanksgiving to God. 12For the ministration of this service not only filleth up the measure of the wants of the saints, but aboundeth also through many thanksgivings unto God;" I hope this helps, BradK |
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1392 | difference between firstfruits, titheing | 2 Cor 9:7 | BradK | 146085 | ||
Hello 12pvchecks, Welcome to the Forum. Without a context your question is a little difficult to answer. The terms can be briefly defined as follows: 1. First-fruits — The first-fruits of the ground were offered unto God just as the first-born of man and animals. The law required, (1.) That on the morrow after the Passover Sabbath a sheaf of new corn should be waved by the priest before the altar (Lev. 23:5, 6, 10, 12; 2:12). 2. Tithe — a tenth of the produce of the earth consecrated and set apart for special purposes. The dedication of a tenth to God was recognized as a duty before the time of Moses. Abraham paid tithes to Melchizedek (Gen. 14:20; Heb. 7:6); and Jacob vowed unto the Lord and said, “Of all that thou shalt give me I will surely give the tenth unto thee.” 3. Offering — an oblation, dedicated to God. Thus Cain consecrated to God of the first-fruits of the earth, and Abel of the firstlings of the flock (Gen. 4:3, 4). Under the Levitical system different kinds of offerings are specified, and laws laid down as to their presentation. These are described under their distinctive names. The term "sowing money" is popular among the WOF teachers, but is foreign to scripture. 2 Cor. 9:10 tells us: "10 Now He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness;" Could you possibly further define your question and relate a specific situation to which you are either familiar with or dealing presently? Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1393 | What happened in Jesus' ascention? | John 20:17 | BradK | 145797 | ||
Hi KNJ, Welcome to the Forum. here are a couple of thoughts that may aid in answering your question. The Commentary Critical says of the passage: 17. Jesus saith unto her, Touch me not, for I am not yet ascended to my Father--Old familiarities must now give place to new and more awful yet sweeter approaches; but for these the time has not come yet. This seems the spirit, at least, of these mysterious words, on which much difference of opinion has obtained, and not much that is satisfactory said. but go to my brethren--(Compare Matthew 28:10, Hebrews 2:11,17). That He had still our Humanity, and therefore "is not ashamed to call us brethren," is indeed grandly evidenced by these words. But it is worthy of most reverential notice, that we nowhere read of anyone who presumed to call Him Brother. "My brethren: Blessed Jesus, who are these? Were they not Thy followers? yea, Thy forsakers? How dost Thou raise these titles with Thyself! At first they were Thy servants; then disciples; a little before Thy death, they were Thy friends; now, after Thy resurrection, they were Thy brethren. But oh, mercy without measure! how wilt Thou, how canst Thou call them brethren whom, in Thy last parting, Thou foundest fugitives? Did they not run from Thee? Did not one of them rather leave his inmost coat behind him than not be quit of Thee? And yet Thou sayest, 'Go, tell My brethren! It is not in the power of the sins of our infirmity to unbrother us'" [BISHOP HALL]. John Gill notes in his Exposition of the Whole Bible: "Jesus saith unto her, touch me not… Not that his body was an aerial one, or a mere "phantom", which could not be touched; the prohibition itself shows the contrary; and besides, Christ's body was afterwards presented to Thomas, to be touched by him, and to be handled by all the disciples; and his feet were held by the women, which is what Mary would have now done: upon the discovery of him, she threw herself at his feet, and was going to embrace and kiss them, to testify her affection and joy, when she is forbid; not as unworthy of the favour, because she sought him among the dead, for which the angels reproved her and the rest; but either because he was not to be conversed with, as before his death, his body being raised immortal and glorious; or rather, because he had an errand to send her on to his disciples, which required haste; nor need she stay now to show her respect to him, since she would have opportunity enough to do that, before his ascension; which though it was to be quickly, yet not directly and immediately; and this seems to be the sense of our Lord's reason: for I am not yet ascended to my Father; nor shall I immediately go to him; I shall make some stay upon earth; as he did, forty days before his ascension; when he intimates, she might see him again, and familiarly converse with him; at present he would have her stay no longer with him." Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1394 | Benny Hinnes Ministry! | 1 John 4:1 | BradK | 145719 | ||
Hi Grace, There is a major problem with both CREDIBILITY and (Financial) ACCOUNTABILITY in my opinion with Hinns' ministry. This is not said lightly either,as there is substantial documentation to back up concerns. (Christianity In Crisis would be an example) The recent NBC Dateline expose was right on the mark with their concerns and problems with his ministry. To paraphrase what Dr. Michael Horton has wisely observed, "We've lost our ability to think critically and to line up practices (such as Hinns') with what scripture teaches. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1395 | Physically Correct Communion? | 1 Cor 11:26 | BradK | 145607 | ||
Hi Garathorn, Scripture doesn't prescribe any particular form for the bread and wine. Certainly, it is within the boundaries of Romans 14 describing Christian liberty. The Lutheran church I grew up in served Communion monthly from a single cup (alcoholic) with wafers. At the Baptist Church in which I was saved, Communion was done once a month with grape juice and small wafers. At the Christian Church I now attend, we serve Communion every week using grape juice and small bits of wafer-like bread. Neither is right or wrong. The importance is to remember the Lord and His substitutionary death per 1 Cor. 11:26. "For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until He comes." I don't know if this helps, but legalism and mans' petty desire to be in control and "have it their way" can cloud a simple ordinance. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1396 | Crucified soul | Rom 6:6 | BradK | 143518 | ||
Hi Lionheart, Unfortunately, only the original poster can answer you on this one! My guess is- and it's only that- is that it's a reference to Romans 6:6 or Galatians 2:20. As brother, Hank pointed out, the use of "psuedo-biblical" or non-biblical terminology has the consequence of leaving many confused- including myself. Again, part of clear communication is to do so in a manner that BOTH sides understand each other. Otherwise, confusion can result:-) I too would like to know:-) Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1397 | What is the sin unto death? | 1 John 5:16 | BradK | 143162 | ||
Hi Jamesthomas, The sin unto death refers to 1 John 5:16, "If anyone sees his brother committing a sin not leading to death, he shall ask and God will for him give life to those who commit sin not leading to death. There is a sin leading to death; I do not say that he should make request for this." There are a number of views on this as to what this sin is. Scripture doesn't specifically say. I hope this helps, BradK |
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1398 | Is there intelligent life on earth? | John 17:17 | BradK | 142916 | ||
Doc, Wow! I'll have to say I'm disappointed. I was not aware that such a paraphrase was even out there. I'm not a big fan of many of these because (IMO) I see it as "dumbing down" even further an increasingly ignorant society. This seems to be reflected in the lack of quality, i.e standards in these translations. We see much of the result of this, here on the SBF on a day to day basis! I'll have to check this out the next time I'm in the local Christian Bookstore. Hopefully, It'll go the way of the TNIV and die for lack of market! Since it's inception (and I did buy a copy for reference), I've seen very few TNIV's on the shelf. This really shows a lack of proper reverence for Gods' Word- plain and simple. Thanks for sharing, BradK |
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1399 | Resources concerning Gospel of Thomas? | 2 Tim 2:15 | BradK | 142516 | ||
Hi Colin, A recent resource that I've read MAY shed some light on your question. Though not specifically aimed at countering Elaine Pagels book, the work by Dr. Jim Garlow and Peter Jones, "Cracking the Da Vinci Code" may be of help. It is fairly succinct and an interesting read with several chapters dealing with these "Gnostic Gospels". I Hope this helps, BradK |
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1400 | Christ Jesus testimony / Red writing | Rev 1:1 | BradK | 141946 | ||
tduplechain, So, are you saying that the "Red Letter" words of Christ are more inspired than the rest of scripture and carry more weight? Just trying to clarify, BradK |
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