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141 | Dharma Cards | Gal 1:6 | mbooker | 58140 | ||
Hey Searcher Thanks for your response. |
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142 | Dharma Cards | Not Specified | mbooker | 58084 | ||
Does anyone know anything about Dharma cards? I have a co worker who has been under a great deal of stress. He is a CONSTANT worrier. He says he believes in Jesus and we have had conversations about Him and the Word (but they are one in the same aren't they? :) ) But anyway, I have tried to minister to him the words of Jesus. 'Let not your heart be troubled'. For awhile, I thought maybe it was working but then... He started telling me about these Buddhist philosophy books he bought. It seems as if he is saying 'yeah I know what Jesus said but I need something else'. And yesterday he told me about the Dharma cards he bought and he confirmed what I thought because he said something about Christians who practice some of the Buddhist philosophy dont find any contradictions with the Bible. During our conversation, as he told me about some of the philosophies, I tried to point back to what scripture said. While, on the surface, the philosophies he shared did not seem to contradict the Word, my concern for him is that he is seeking peace from everywhere but the Prince of Peace. I even told him what Isaiah said: 'Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.' Has anyone dealt with anything similiar and have scripture references I can study, then minister to him? Thanks in advance to those who may respond. Abba Father bless... Meredith |
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143 | Dharma Cards | Gal 1:6 | mbooker | 58134 | ||
Does anyone know anything about Dharma cards? I have a co worker who has been under a great deal of stress. He is a CONSTANT worrier. He says he believes in Jesus and we have had conversations about Him and the Word (but they are one in the same aren't they? :) ) But anyway, I have tried to minister to him the words of Jesus. 'Let not your heart be troubled'. For awhile, I thought maybe it was working but then... He started telling me about these Buddhist philosophy books he bought. It seems as if he is saying 'yeah I know what Jesus said but I need something else'. And yesterday he told me about the Dharma cards he bought and he confirmed what I thought because he said something about Christians who practice some of the Buddhist philosophy dont find any contradictions with the Bible. During our conversation, as he told me about some of the philosophies, I tried to point back to what scripture said. While, on the surface, the philosophies he shared did not seem to contradict the Word, my concern for him is that he is seeking peace from everywhere but the Prince of Peace. I even told him what Isaiah said: 'Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.' Has anyone dealt with anything similiar and have scripture references I can study, then minister to him? Thanks in advance to those who may respond. Abba Father bless... Meredith |
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144 | what's the name it claim it theory? | Gal 5:22 | mbooker | 57961 | ||
Hey Brother John How are we to be certain that any particular desire is in accordance with His will? My answer would be by renewing our minds: Do not be conformed to this world (this age), fashioned after and adapted to its external, superficial customs], but be transformed (changed) by the [entire] renewal of your mind [by its new ideals and its new attitude], so that you may prove [for yourselves] what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God, even the thing which is good and acceptable and perfect [in His sight for you]. Rom 12:2 How would you, Sister M., comfort the child's grieving Mother? I have never had a child, thus never lost a child and thus have no experience with how devastating that can be. The following scriptures comes to mind: Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God. 2 Cor 1:3-4 Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it glad. Proverbs 12:25 A word fitly spoken [is like] apples of gold in pictures of silver. Proverbs 25:11 I would pray for the widsom to fitly speak a good word. Abba Father bless... Meredith |
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145 | what's the name it claim it theory? | Gal 5:22 | mbooker | 57904 | ||
Hi Brother John :) You’re pulling me in. You’re pulling me in. LOL I thought we had parted company on this particular subject. :) But alas… I’m sitting here smiling as I read your post, then I begin to type… I apologize if I left the impression that I believe that Abba Father will give us something that is not in His will. I believe what 1 John 5:13-15 says: I write this to you who believe in (adhere to, trust in, and rely on) the name of the Son of God [in the peculiar services and blessings conferred by Him on men], so that you may know [with settled and absolute knowledge] that you [already] have life, yes, eternal life. And this is the confidence (the assurance, the privilege of boldness) which we have in Him: [we are sure] that if we ask anything (make any request) according to His will (in agreement with His own plan), He listens to and hears us. And if (since) we [positively] know that He listens to us in whatever we ask, we also know [with settled and absolute knowledge] that we have [granted us as our present possessions] the requests made of Him. Thus when Jesus said "For this reason I am telling you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe (trust and be confident) that it is granted to you, and you will [get it].” Mark 11:24, I believe that the asking in this verse has to be in accordance with Father’s will. Also, James tells us about asking amiss that we may consume it upon our lusts (4:3). So when we ask, we have to ask properly (in accordance with His will). I agree with you. I do not believe that God would give us something that would cause us harm. Is it scriptural for me to pray for a Rolls Royce or a Mansion in Malibu? I believe that if you 1. Delight thyself also in the LORD: 2. Then… he shall give thee the desires of thine heart. Ps 37:4 Now, I understand that Ps 37:4 says nothing about praying but… if you desire Rolls Royce or a Mansion in Malibu and you have delighted yourself in the Lord, I believe you will get it(them). But ONLY IF you have delighted yourself in Him. LOL on believing God for a goose that lays golden eggs. No need to apologize for the sarcasm. Believe it or not, I understand the passion you seem to have. You said: The bible clearly warns us about the dangers that riches pose. 1 Tim 6:9 "But those who want to get rich fall into temptation and a snare and many foolish and harmful desires which plunge men into ruin and destruction. Is it the riches themselves that pose the dangers or the WANTING to get rich? The reason I ask this is because later in that same chapter (v17,18), those who are rich are commanded to: 1. not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain 2. put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. 3. do good 4. be rich in good deeds 5. be generous and willing to share. In order that they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life. Another reason I ask the question is because Psalm 112 talks about the man that fears the LORD and delights greatly in his commandments. One of the things said about this man is ‘Wealth and riches shall be in his house’. I recognize that the Psalms also have warnings about riches/wealth and maybe we can study that out later :) And if I may, I will agree with you for ‘God to bless you financially according to His will’. OK :), that’s it for me… Abba Father Bless you always…. Meredith |
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146 | what's the name it claim it theory? | Gal 5:22 | mbooker | 57783 | ||
Hi Estelle After reading your post, the following scriptures came to mind. Mark 11:24 For this reason I am telling you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe (trust and be confident) that it is granted to you, and you will [get it]. John 15:7 If you live in Me [abide vitally united to Me] and My words remain in you and continue to live in your hearts, ask whatever you will, and it shall be done for you. 1 John 5:13-15 I write this to you who believe in (adhere to, trust in, and rely on) the name of the Son of God [in the peculiar services and blessings conferred by Him on men], so that you may know [with settled and absolute knowledge] that you [already] have life, yes, eternal life. And this is the confidence (the assurance, the privilege of boldness) which we have in Him: [we are sure] that if we ask anything (make any request) according to His will (in agreement with His own plan), He listens to and hears us. And if (since) we [positively] know that He listens to us in whatever we ask, we also know [with settled and absolute knowledge] that we have [granted us as our present possessions] the requests made of Him. I have absolutely NO way of knowing, but my question is could the above scriptures be what those who may be labeled ‘name it, claim it’ ers are basing this theory on? Now whether they have rightly or wrongly drawn their conclusion, I know not. But could… is it possible that this theory was born out of these scriptures? As I thought of your question ‘Can we really order God around because it's in His Word?’ the following biblical account came to mind. Exodus 32:9-14 And the LORD said unto Moses, I have seen this people, and, behold, it is a stiffnecked people: Now therefore let me alone, that my wrath may wax hot against them, and that I may consume them: and I will make of thee a great nation. And Moses besought the LORD his God, and said, LORD, why doth thy wrath wax hot against thy people, which thou hast brought forth out of the land of Egypt with great power, and with a mighty hand? Wherefore should the Egyptians speak, and say, For mischief did he bring them out, to slay them in the mountains, and to consume them from the face of the earth? Turn from thy fierce wrath, and repent of this evil against thy people. Remember Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, thy servants, to whom thou swarest by thine own self, and saidst unto them, I will multiply your seed as the stars of heaven, and all this land that I have spoken of will I give unto your seed, and they shall inherit it for ever. And the LORD repented of the evil which he thought to do unto his people. I’m hesitant to say Moses was ordering God around. It appears to me that he was trusting in the covenant that God had made with Abraham, Isaac, and Israel. I look forward to seeing the responses you get to your post. Abba Father Bless… |
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147 | 1 Tim 6:17 | 3 John 1:2 | mbooker | 57503 | ||
oh... :( I too love truth and hate falsehood. But alas, I'm not a debater. I'm just no good when sparks start flying(maybe because I'm a woman lol). On my part, things can get way off course and the issue can get lost. I don't doubt the rightness of your heart and may you be blessed always. I guess we have to part company on this one. But I will be around, and every now and then I'll peek in on debates that may be occuring :) Abba Father bless... |
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148 | So is the book of Romans 4 a contraditio | Gen 12:1 | mbooker | 57490 | ||
Paul and James have just confused me!! but I'm sure the fault lies with me and not them. Thanks for pointing out James 2. Abba Father bless... :) |
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149 | 1 Tim 6:17 | 3 John 1:2 | mbooker | 57488 | ||
Sure... :) As long as the dialouge does not turn into a debate. I'm not interested in proving to anyone that I am right and/or they are wrong. It is my desire to be pointed to scriptures concerning a particular subject. Then taking thoses scriptures and reading them and allowing the Spirit of truth to guide me into all truth. Abba Father bless... :) |
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150 | 1 Tim 6:17 | 3 John 1:2 | mbooker | 57474 | ||
Thanks for the scripture references John. Abba Father bless... :) |
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151 | Did Solomon say all is meaningless? | 3 John 1:2 | mbooker | 57468 | ||
Hi Searcher if vanity means meaningless, then yes, Solomon said that. When I referenced 1 Kings 3, I wasn't focusing so much on Solomon but on the God's act of giving him riches and honor. Forgive me for being rude on the 'Does Gal 4:7 we will prosper' in not greeting you. Shall you consult the 'experts'? If you're led to :) Abba Father bless... |
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152 | Does Galatains 4:7 say we will prosper? | 3 John 1:2 | mbooker | 57464 | ||
no. I referenced that scripture because I said 'servants/sons'. | ||||||
153 | 1 Tim 6:17 | 3 John 1:2 | mbooker | 57450 | ||
1 Tim 6:17-19 Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate; Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life. From this it appears that the rich can lay hold on eternal life. |
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154 | 1 Tim 6:17 | 3 John 1:2 | mbooker | 57449 | ||
GeeVee I believe I have the same understanding as you do and will continue to follow this thread. I too am curious to know if there are scriptures that denounce God's obedient servants/sons (we are no longer servants but sons (gal 4:7) ) from prospering(increasing) in any area of life. |
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155 | What about Heb 11:8? | Gen 12:1 | mbooker | 57448 | ||
hum... let me see... OK By faith Abraham, when he was called to go out into a place which he should after receive for an inheritance, obeyed; and he went out, not knowing whither he went. Heb 11:8 Heb 11:8 happened before Gen 15:4-6 (you know what I mean :) ) If I am correct, Heb 11:8 is referring to Gen 12:1-4 The scriputes don't say it was counted righteousness unto him at this point(Gen 12:1-4). What shall we say then that Abraham our father, as pertaining to the flesh, hath found? For if Abraham were justified by works, he hath [whereof] to glory; but not before God. For what saith the scripture? Abraham believed God, and it was counted unto him for righteousness. Now to him that worketh is the reward not reckoned of grace, but of debt. But to him that worketh not, but believeth on him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness. Rom 4:1-5 If Abraham's 'going out' is a work, then rom 4:1-5 says if his work justified him, he has whereof to glory... but not before God. Abraham believed God and it was accounted unto to him for righteousness. That's my understanding. If you have a better insight, please share. :) Abba Father Bless... |
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156 | scripture reference... | Bible general Archive 1 | mbooker | 57442 | ||
Thanks for the added scriptures :) Abba Father bless you |
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157 | How did she know? | Mark 5:28 | mbooker | 57441 | ||
Thanks Ray Your expounding on this is greatly appreciated!! Abba Father bless you... :) |
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158 | 1 Tim 6:17 | 3 John 1:2 | mbooker | 57401 | ||
Deut 8 also shows God not having a problem with his people increasing in material goods. v11 sounds similiar to 1 Tim 6:17's warning v20 sounds a lot like prov 1:32 (For the turning away of the simple shall slay them, and the prosperity of fools shall destroy them) 1 All the commandments which I command thee this day shall ye observe to do, that ye may live, and multiply, and go in and possess the land which the LORD sware unto your fathers. 2 And thou shalt remember all the way which the LORD thy God led thee these forty years in the wilderness, to humble thee, [and] to prove thee, to know what [was] in thine heart, whether thou wouldest keep his commandments, or no. 3 And he humbled thee, and suffered thee to hunger, and fed thee with manna, which thou knewest not, neither did thy fathers know; that he might make thee know that man doth not live by bread only, but by every [word] that proceedeth out of the mouth of the LORD doth man live. 4 Thy raiment waxed not old upon thee, neither did thy foot swell, these forty years. 5 Thou shalt also consider in thine heart, that, as a man chasteneth his son, [so] the LORD thy God chasteneth thee. 6 Therefore thou shalt keep the commandments of the LORD thy God, to walk in his ways, and to fear him. 7 For the LORD thy God bringeth thee into a good land, a land of brooks of water, of fountains and depths that spring out of valleys and hills; 8 A land of wheat, and barley, and vines, and fig trees, and pomegranates; a land of oil olive, and honey; 9 A land wherein thou shalt eat bread without scarceness, thou shalt not lack any [thing] in it; a land whose stones [are] iron, and out of whose hills thou mayest dig brass. 10 When thou hast eaten and art full, then thou shalt bless the LORD thy God for the good land which he hath given thee. 11 Beware that thou forget not the LORD thy God, in not keeping his commandments, and his judgments, and his statutes, which I command thee this day: 12 Lest [when] thou hast eaten and art full, and hast built goodly houses, and dwelt [therein]; 13 And [when] thy herds and thy flocks multiply, and thy silver and thy gold is multiplied, and all that thou hast is multiplied; 14 Then thine heart be lifted up, and thou forget the LORD thy God, which brought thee forth out of the land of Egypt, from the house of bondage; 15 Who led thee through that great and terrible wilderness, [wherein were] fiery serpents, and scorpions, and drought, where [there was] no water; who brought thee forth water out of the rock of flint; 16 Who fed thee in the wilderness with manna, which thy fathers knew not, that he might humble thee, and that he might prove thee, to do thee good at thy latter end; 17 And thou say in thine heart, My power and the might of [mine] hand hath gotten me this wealth. 18 But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for [it is] he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as [it is] this day. 19 And it shall be, if thou do at all forget the LORD thy God, and walk after other gods, and serve them, and worship them, I testify against you this day that ye shall surely perish. 20 As the nations which the LORD destroyeth before your face, so shall ye perish; because ye would not be obedient unto the voice of the LORD your God. |
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159 | 1 Tim 6:17 | 3 John 1:2 | mbooker | 57400 | ||
Now Abram was extremely rich in livestock and in silver and in gold. Gen 13:2 Amp And the Lord has blessed my master mightily, and he has become great; and He has given him flocks, herds, silver, gold, menservants, maidservants, camels, and asses. Gen 24:35 Amp And Nathan said to David, Thou art the man. Thus saith the LORD God of Israel, I anointed thee king over Israel, and I delivered thee out of the hand of Saul; And I gave thee thy master's house, and thy master's wives into thy bosom, and gave thee the house of Israel and of Judah; and if that had been too little, I would moreover have given unto thee such and such things. 2 Sam 12:7-8 And God said unto him, Because thou hast asked this thing, and hast not asked for thyself long life; neither hast asked riches for thyself, nor hast asked the life of thine enemies; but hast asked for thyself understanding to discern judgment; Behold, I have done according to thy words: lo, I have given thee a wise and an understanding heart; so that there was none like thee before thee, neither after thee shall any arise like unto thee. And I have also given thee that which thou hast not asked, both riches, and honour: so that there shall not be any among the kings like unto thee all thy days. And if thou wilt walk in my ways, to keep my statutes and my commandments, as thy father David did walk, then I will lengthen thy days. 1 Kings 3:11-14 It apprears from these OT examples that God did not have a problem with his people being rich. |
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160 | Thanks | Mark 5:28 | mbooker | 57389 | ||
Hi SERENETIME and thanks for your response. I followed your post and understood but what I was wondering was HOW she knew touching Jesus' garments would make her whole. IE Did someone tell her... was she taught it as a child... had she read in the the Law of Moses... And Jesus called her daughter and I am wondering if she was a daughter of Abraham i.e. Jewish |
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