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141 | The Catholic church | Acts 20:28 | Timothy Paul | 66498 | ||
Greetings, and thanx for the provocative question. I offer my apologies as well. Trouble is there is hardly room here to begin to answer your query, posed as it is. May I suggest you go to (ewtn.org), a great web site for Catholics, to answer many of your questions about this universal faith. I sincerely hope you find your question answered. God Bless, Tim |
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142 | Is baptism an evidence of faith? | Romans | Timothy Paul | 77130 | ||
Even though numerous Scriptures speak of the importance of water baptism, adding anything to the work of the cross demeans the sacrifice of the Savior. It implies that His finished work wasn’t enough. But the Bible makes clear that we are saved by grace, and grace alone, "For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast." --Ephesians 2:8-9 Baptism is simply a step of obedience to the Lord following our repentance and confession of sin. Our obedience--water baptism, prayer, good works, fellowship, witnessing, etc.--issues from our faith in Christ. Salvation is not what we do, but Who we have. "He that has the Son has life; and he that has not the Son of God has not life" --1 John 5:12 Author: Ray Comfort of Living Waters Publications. Excerpted from The Evidence Bible. © 2002, Living Waters Publications But what about Mark 16:16? Mark 16:16 quotes Jesus as saying: "He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned" (NKJV). Does this mean that salvation is by baptism? "In no way does this verse establish baptism as a condition for salvation; it is merely the declaration that those who believe and are baptized are saved. Any act of obedience to the Lord could be added after the expression 'whoever believes' and it would remain a true statement, because salvation is the result of faith in Christ. It should be noted that when the Lord added, 'but whoever does not believe will be condemned,' there is no mention of baptism. In identifying what would bring about condemnation, Jesus did not say that 'whoever believes but is not baptized shall not be save.' If baptism were necessary for salvation, there are many significant verses which should be amended to read 'you are saved through faith and baptism.' It is clear that faith in Jesus Christ is what saves a person (Acts 16:30-31; Eph. 2:8-9). Baptism is a distinct act of obedience, apart from salvation. This is clarified by the order in which the words 'believe' and 'baptize' occur in the text (cf. Acts 2:38; 10:44-48). Baptism with the Spirit places believers into the body of Christ (1 Cor. 12:13), while water baptism merely signifies to others that a person has professed Christ. The word 'saved' is translated from the Greek word sesosmenoi, which is a perfect passive participle. It means that this salvation took place at some point in the past, being accomplished by Jesus Christ Himself, and is continuing on in the present." [Spiros Zodhiates, editor, The Hebrew-Greek Key Study Bible (Chattanooga, Tennessee: AMG Publishers, 1996), note for Mark 16:16.] |
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143 | Is repentance necessary for salvation? | Romans | Timothy Paul | 77132 | ||
Hello Sniper Here is an excellent resource that could help you with your question and many more. It is called "Christian Answers . Net" Here is a sample from the website to help you. It is true that there are numerous Bible verses that speak of the promise of salvation, with no mention of repentance. These merely say to "believe" on Jesus Christ and you shall be saved (Acts 16:31; Romans 10:9). However, the Bible makes it clear that God is holy and man is sinful, and that sin makes a separation between the two (Isaiah 59:1,2). Without repentance from sin, wicked men cannot have fellowship with a holy God. We are dead in our trespasses and sins (Ephesians 2:1) and until we forsake them through repentance, we cannot be made alive in Christ. The Scriptures speak of "repentance unto life" (Acts 11:18). We turn from sin to the Savior. This is why Paul preached "repentance toward God, and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ" (Acts 20:21). The first public word Jesus preached was "repent" (Matthew 4:17). John the Baptist began his ministry the same way (Matthew 3:2). Jesus told His hearers that without repentance, they would perish (Luke 13:3). If belief is all that is necessary for salvation, then the logical conclusion is that one need never repent. However, the Bible tells us that a false convert "believes" and yet is not saved (Luke 8:13); he remains a "worker of iniquity." Look at the warning of Scripture: "If we say that we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the truth" (1 John 1:6). The Scriptures also say, "He that covers his sins shall not prosper, but whoso confesses and forsakes them [repentance] shall have mercy" (Proverbs 28:13). Jesus said that there was joy in heaven over one sinner who "repents" (Luke 15:10). If there is no repentance, there is no joy because there is no salvation. When Peter preached on the Day of Pentecost, he commanded his hearers to repent "for the remission of sins" (Acts 2:38). Without repentance, there is no remission of sins; we are still under His wrath. Peter further said, "Repent ...and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out" (Acts 3:19). We cannot be "converted" unless we repent. God Himself "commands all men everywhere [leaving no exceptions] to repent" (Acts 17:30). Peter said a similar thing at Pentecost: "Repent, and be baptized every one of you" (Acts 2:38). If repentance wasn’t necessary for salvation, why then did Jesus command that repentance be preached to all nations (Luke 24:47)? With so many Scriptures speaking of the necessity of repentance for salvation, one can only suspect that those who preach salvation without repentance are strangers to repentance themselves, and thus strangers to true conversion. |
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144 | Repentance and Confession - obedience? | Romans | Timothy Paul | 77174 | ||
Obedience is more accurately described as understanding and responding. Though it can also be referred to as an attitude: "The reason I wrote you was to see if you would stand the test and be obedient in everything." 2Cor 2:9 "Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed--not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence--continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling," Phil 2:12 Regardless, it is in our best interest to be obedient. Adam and Eve got what they wanted, knowing good from evil, but they did it through disobedience. Obedience to God's commandments is an act of love. Jesus taught his listeners to have a different kind of righteousness, not a version of the Pharisees righteousness, which amounted to legal compliance. Our obedience must come from what God does in us, not what we are able to do on our own. Obedience must be God centered and not self centered. It must be based not on approval from people, but on reverence for God. And it must go beyond the fact that we do not break the law, but that we live by the principles that are the heart of the law Truthfully, it is much easier to teach the law than to practice it. But if we want God to care for us, we need to be submissive to Him and His directions. And yes, among His directions are those about repentance and confession God's grace to you, Tim |
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145 | Repentance and Confession - obedience? | Romans | Timothy Paul | 77755 | ||
Yes, thank you for your reply. My position is that we obey without expecting some reward, but out of thankfulness for what has been done for us already. God Bless, Tim |
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146 | Repentance and Confession - obedience? | Romans | Timothy Paul | 77776 | ||
Yes, by what has been done for us, I mean to refer to Rom 5:8, "But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." This is what has already been done FOR us, which means "for the sake of, in behalf of, instead of." And, allow me to emphasize that Christ died for sinners, not "obedient" people (Mark 2:17). Greater love has no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. Tim |
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147 | Is the Work of Christ Sufficient? | Rom 6:23 | Timothy Paul | 68314 | ||
Thank-You, Robert for an excellent reminder, one that we should all be regardful of each and every day. Please allow me to share w/you some personal observations, to wit. You mention that Christ has performed the Ultimate Price. This is a profound statement in itself, saying that nothing can be added to this price without taking away from the value of it. So if we were to say that there is something that we must do, in effect we are saying that Christ's Sacrifice, in our mind, is incomplete and inadequate for our purpose, at least without the enlargement that our own works might add. This is an insult to God, in my mind, one that puts us on an equal or higher plane than the throne where He dwells. I agree that that which is given is a gift, a gift we can neither earn nor deserve. Let me put it all into one other perspective, If I were to take everything that I have ever owned in my entire life, all at once, -all my eggs in one basket, so to speak, and spend this total, in one lump sum as a single purchace price for a single item, I am convinced that I would be willing to do anything at all, within the scope of my power to make sure that I would be able to hold onto that one precious thing and ensure that no one could take it away, and that no harm could ever befall my prize. Thank you for allowing me to address you on this subject, may God Bless you and yours. tim |
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148 | Is the Work of Christ Sufficient? | Rom 6:23 | Timothy Paul | 68349 | ||
Robert, thank you for your reply. "O that men would praise the Lord for His goodness, and for His wonderful works to the children of men." -- Psalm 107:8 God Bless you and Bless God. Tim |
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149 | Spirit of Adoption/ God as Father | Rom 8:15 | Timothy Paul | 53758 | ||
Hi Stephanie, and welcome (o: You have chosen a great source of information for your probing question. Another great site that I love to use is, http://www.blueletterbible.org/ I am quite sure you will find it helpful. Peace and blessings, Tim |
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150 | evidences of true saving faith | Rom 12:3 | Timothy Paul | 50953 | ||
New Creature, Wonderful question! Thank you for letting me share my new Kenneth Copeland Reference Edition Bible with all of you. Bless God and God Bless! I will try to shorten the many pages into a few key references. First, Who has Real Bible Faith? Eph 2:10 For we are God's [own] handiwork (His workmanship), recreated in Christ Jesus, [born anew] that we may do those good works which God predestined (planned beforehand) for us [taking paths which He prepared ahead of time], that we should walk in them [living the good life which He prearranged and made ready for us to live].(AMP) Gal 3:22-26, But the Scriptures [picture all mankind as sinners] shut up and imprisoned by sin, so that [the inheritance, blessing] which was promised through faith in Jesus Christ (the Messiah) might be given (released, delivered, and committed) to [all] those who believe [who adhere to and trust in and rely on Him]. Now before the faith came, we were perpetually guarded under the Law, kept in custody in preparation for the faith that was destined to be revealed (unveiled, disclosed), So that the Law served [1] [to us Jews] as our trainer [our guardian, our guide to Christ, to lead us] until Christ [came], that we might be justified (declared righteous, put in right standing with God) by and through faith. But now that the faith has come, we are no longer under a trainer (the guardian of our childhood). For in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God through faith. Second, The God kind of faith will work for Whosoever, (Mark 11:23) Third, There is Nothing wrong with your faith. Jesus is the author and finisher of our faith,(Hebrews 12:2). Fourth, Faith will not work in an unforgiving heart. When you stand praying, Forgive (Mark 11:25-26). Fifth Faith works by Love (Gal 5:6). Love is the primary force that drives all faith. 1 Cor 13:1-3 is a picture of the failure of sense-knowledge Christianity. Faith is of the heart, not of the head. with the heart, man believes (Rom 10:8-10) 2 Cor 4:16 tells us the inward man has nothing to do with the mind or the body concerning believing. The senses control what the mind believes until the spirit man becomes dominant in a believers life. How can we walk in constant faith? 1Tim 6:12, Fight the good fight of the faith; lay hold of the eternal life to which you were summoned and [for which] you confessed the good confession [of faith] before many witnesses. Colossians 1:23 [And this He will do] provided that you continue to stay with and in the faith [in Christ], well-grounded and settled and steadfast, not shifting or moving away from the hope [which rests on and is inspired by] the glad tidings (the Gospel), which you heard and which has been preached [as being designed for and offered without restrictions] to every person under heaven, and of which [Gospel] I, Paul, became a minister. Now, some verses to look up, What does it mean to be a new creature? (2 Cor 5:17 ; 6:14). In God's eyes, (Col 1:21-23) In the world's eyes, (Phil 2:15) We have been reborn, (1Pet 1:5) We are kings and priests, (Rev 1:4-6 ; 1Pet 2:9) We are more than conquerers, (Rom 8:35) I hope this is a help, there is more for the asking. In the grip of His grace, Tim |
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151 | evidences of true saving faith | Rom 12:3 | Timothy Paul | 50954 | ||
N.C., See also, "measure of faith" (Eph. 4:13 and 1Tim 1:14) Tim |
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152 | Bible flash cards | Rom 12:8 | Timothy Paul | 54523 | ||
If it were me, I would use a magic marker | ||||||
153 | Bible flash cards | Rom 12:8 | Timothy Paul | 55356 | ||
nuge, I found out how to print 3x5 cards on my printer: click on file then page setup. This is where you find the settings for paper size, margins and orientation (portrait or landscape).-I used landscape, I printed the 5 cards from Phi. 2 that you wanted and you will receive them in your mail shortly. Also, thanks to Mrs. B, I followed her suggestion and printed on red cards for salvation. Big (smile) to Mrs. B in Georgia Tim |
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154 | please, where do races come from ? | 1 Corinthians | Timothy Paul | 59203 | ||
A friend says she believes in spirits, but she does not believe in the Holy Spitit, because she feels the Bible is "bunk". Her main reason is that no way, in her mind can people of different skin colors come from the same set of parents, a la Adam and Eve. "Nor does" in her words does the Bible ever try to explain this. Please help me send the right message to this angry young lady, I promised I would try to find the answer. I Thank you, and so will "Nicole" Faithfully, Tim |
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155 | Can sin enter heaven? | 1 Cor 6:9 | Timothy Paul | 70582 | ||
Remodeled, I would tell anyone who would think otherwise, that, 'All unrighteousness is sin; and every actual sin committed deliberately, and not repented of, effectively denies entrance into God's kingdom of heaven. For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. (Rom 6:23) I would tell anyone that to think that they are able to live for the flesh and yet receive eternal life is to deceive themselves. There are those who feel that they are able to live in sin and then die in Christ, such as the example of the penitent thief. It is true that the wicked deeds done before they accept Christ will not bar them from salvation, but this salvation must be accompanied by repentance and imposed before it is too late. Bless you and your friend, tim |
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156 | Should I be involved w/ a divorced man? | 1 Cor 7:15 | Timothy Paul | 48635 | ||
Marriage is a divine institution; it is a contract for life, by God’s appointment. Moses was not trying to condone divorce, but only to put some regulations on a practice that already existed. I have been divorced for twenty years, and in that time have attempted many ways to achieve satisfaction and after finding it futile, am attempting reconciliation w/my ex-wife, which is very feasible now that we have both been saved. as long as there is a slightest chance for reconciliation in the future, do not attempt to override the sacrament put in place by God. My feelings, after my own life experience, is that the partner would be free to remarry only after the death of the former spouse. I hope this helps you gain some insight into a very important decision, one that should not be entered into in haste. my ex-wife and I have searched the Bible for hours to try and find an easy answer but it is just not there. |
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157 | who is being warned | 1 Cor 10:5 | Timothy Paul | 48620 | ||
Hello Sandre25, to try and answer your query I turned to Psalm 105:38-45. After the Lord delivered His people out of slavery from Egypt, they were, I'd say "saved" yet they continued to "harden their hearts" aganst the will of God, as in Heb. 3:15, "As has just been said: "Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts as you did in the rebellion."[see Psa.95:7,8] We are today under the same influence of evil that causes us to harden our hearts and choose our will over God's. Those wandering in the desert were sent manna, or bread from heaven. This is comparable to Christ, who was sent to us, as living bread, from heaven. In the desert, they were given water that flowed out of the rock. This is like Christ, who is our living water, sent from heaven, (John 4:14) and whoever drinks of this water shall never thirst. Jn 6:32 says,Then Jesus said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Moses gave you not that bread from heaven; but my Father giveth you the true bread from heaven. So are we inclined to overlook the appearances of God’s power and grace in our own times, in our own lives, and prefer the meat for the belly over the meat that comes from above. Are you with me? God saved His people from slavery, yet did not save them from destruction when they disobeyed Him. This is hard for me to explain but would love to discuss this further with you, Thank you for the opportunity :o) In His service, Tim |
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158 | We only get what we can handle? | 1 Cor 10:13 | Timothy Paul | 60621 | ||
Dear canham00, a verse like this is best read in context, as within the entire chapter, or at least the verse preceding and following. vs. 12 says,"So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don't fall!" Here is what my favorite commentator Matthew Henry) says about that verse, "He who thinks he stands is not likely to keep his footing, if he fears no fall, nor guards against it. God has not promised to keep us from falling, if we do not look to ourselves: his protection supposes our own care and caution." And the following two verses (vss 14,15)read, "Therefore, my dear friends, flee from idolatry. I speak to sensible people; judge for yourselves what I say." "Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Who hath ears to hear, let him hear." (Mat 13:43) Welcome to this forum, Peace and blessings, Tim |
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159 | John16:5-15 | 1 Cor 14:24 | Timothy Paul | 77817 | ||
Hi Sweet, It is well that you put this verse "in context" for it is the Spirit that makes us conscious of sin, righteousness, and judgment. I do not think that the Almighty Father is capable of pronouncing false judgement, do you? He does however exactly as He pleases in order to accomplish His purpose. Therefore, Jesus was made to be what we were (sin), in order that we may become what He was(righteousness). My studies tell me that the only sin that will condemn us is the sin of rejecting Christ. Since all sin begins in unbelief, the most aggravated form of unbelief is the rejection of Christ. The Spirit, however, in planting this truth into the conscience, intensifies the sense of all other sins. Jesus is the only righteousness God will accept. In order to be righteous we must believe on Jesus. Christ had to leave, so that the Spirit could come. The Spirit was the fruit of the work that Christ did on earth. The Spirit was sent to earth on a most holy errand, to convince the world of sin. This means to shed light on, or to bring the world out of its present darkness. The Spirit is also called the comforter. First to convince, and then to comfort. Such as exposing the wound so that the medication could be applied. God Bless, I hope you are understanding me correctly, (o: Tim |
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160 | Does "the kingdom" end before "forever"? | 1 Cor 15:24 | Timothy Paul | 65680 | ||
P.A. Van B., nice question, but I think the kingdom that is referred to as not lasting forever might possibly be the Mediatorial kingdom? Where Christ is the Mediator between man and God, because He is both in fact, man and God. This will come to an end, but the Kingdom of God will not, as testified to in the following verses: 2 Samuel 7:13; He is the one who will build a house for my Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. Psalm 45:6; Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever; a scepter of justice will be the scepter of your kingdom. Psalm 16:11; You have made known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand. Daniel 4:3; How great are his signs, how mighty his wonders! His kingdom is an eternal kingdom; his dominion endures from generation to generation. Luke 1:33; and he will reign over the house of Jacob forever; his kingdom will never end." |
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