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1421 | 13 Tribes or 12 Tribes? | Genesis | JCrichton | 106432 | ||
From Genesis to Revelations there are various names used to represent the twelve tribes of Israel. I did a personal study of the tribes and found that there are thirteen tribes not twelve: in the Old Testament there are various names interchanged; one name or another being excluded/included in the list. And on the New Testament one particular tribe is excluded while the rest are included. Has anyone else seen this fact. Can you explain why,especifically in Revelation, is Dan omitted as one of the tribes? | ||||||
1422 | did jesus go to hell | 1 Pet 3:18 | JCrichton | 106416 | ||
Searcher56, Your reference is perhaps on the immidiate moments prior to Christ's death and at His death. If that is the case I rescind my posting. But I caution you that Luke 23:46 does not give a specific time frame of when Jesus went to the Father. Further, if you look at John 20:17, Jesus tells Mary of Magdala not to touch Him because He has not yet ascended to the Father. And Peter (1 P 3:18-22) makes note that Jesus preached in the Spirit to those that had been dead hundreds of years before His birth! It is difficult, nay, impossible for our mind to comprehend God's ways. We must keep in mind that time is irrelevant to God. Even the events which have happened hundreds of years ago are seen as just a few seconds ago (in God's terms). Jesus gave us a little clue to that fact on His Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-8), Moses and Elijah were dead, yet in Christ they were Alive! God Bless! |
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1423 | Two Christmases? | Is 9:6 | JCrichton | 106415 | ||
Yeah, I've heard that story for many years now... What most supporters of that theory seem to misunderstand is that the prophet is talking about a vision, a revelation that he has had about God's Divinity. The human mind is unable to grasp so many finite things (love, respect, friendship, obligations, life) and yet we want to discern that which is infinite (God's Power, Escense, Plans). Instead of searching for meaning (what the vision means, why was it given, why such aparition...) some of us seek a meaning that we can contain and discipher without needing the Creator's assistance! God Bless! |
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1424 | Is wine acceptable for a Wedding Couple | John 2:1 | JCrichton | 106404 | ||
igsaved, Hi! When we read the Bible we find that there are only very specific commands against the fruits of the vine (wine/alcohol) and all of them refering to those anointed in the service of the LORD. Throughout the Bible it was a basic thing to do. Jesus offered wine as a New Covenant--that was not the only time he shared wine with His disciples. He even made a reference that He would not drink again from the vine with them until His second coming (taken literaly: there's gonna be a fantastic paaaartiiii). But seriously, what has always been God's Command is to drink in moderation. Now as a Christian, if you or I were to get drunk (substitute alcohol with everything else) we would become vulnerable to Satan's manipulation; losing selfcontrol, becoming irate, abusive, controlling, vain or boastful. Not only could we hurt ourselves and others physically but, most importantly, we could hurt others spiritually. In 1st Corinthians 11:26-34 Paul is not questioning the food or refreshments, he is correcting the behavior of some members that have lost the meaning of their celebration. Our Lord's Supper has meaning beyong the gathering and sharing of the meal--when you toast or have your celebrations (at home or in public) remember that you represent Jesus Christ. You can choose to claim Him in words or in deeds! God Bless! |
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1425 | Two Christmases? | Is 9:6 | JCrichton | 106403 | ||
Steve, Not only has the secular world borrowed Chrismas, have you seen any Sci-Fi movies or shows... Their premises are that there's life out there and that we will evolve into super brainy humans with psychic powers, etc... Most of these UFOs, alliens, and super powers can be traced to the Bible. The various depictions of God, Angels, and Prophets with superhuman abilities, is too good of a source for writers and film makers to pass on. Remember the "Force"--I have the "Force," it is the Holy Spirit! God Bless! |
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1426 | did jesus go to hell | 1 Pet 3:18 | JCrichton | 106401 | ||
Hi, germz! Yes, Jesus went to hell... but not in the manner that sinners and Satan and all his minions. Jesus died once for all sin (the past, the immidiate present, and the future). The revelation that was given to Peter is that Jesus preached in the Spirit to those who had died, unbelievers, prior to His death on the cross. But hell had no hold on Him, just like death had no hold on Him (verse 22). Now, isn't that a marvelous gift--when Jesus said "it is finished" He truly meant it! Death was beatten. Our Lord procured Salvation for all of us sinners! God Bless! P.S. I just previewed my response; the system did not include my complete citing: 1 Peter 3:18-22) |
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1427 | Bible Observation How to's | 2 Tim 2:15 | JCrichton | 106342 | ||
EdB, Hi! Though it is true that many Biblical prophecies are composed of several parts (some being fulfilled in the immidiate time line while others in the distant future), I also saw a play on the words by Jesus: a) He directs the attention to John the Baptist, and b) switches the pronoun in Malachi from "me" to "you" ("I shall send my messenger to clear the way for me."). It is just as His constant self-labeling of "the Son of man." Jesus as the Lamb of God was obidient to the end, not seeking glory onto Himself. I just wondered if anyone else saw this! God Bless! |
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1428 | does this mean instant heaven? | 2 Cor 5:8 | JCrichton | 106341 | ||
Hello, bernie b! This is an interesting topic... The resurrection can be seen as a simple logical step or as a complex matter. There are those like Enoch and Elijah which the Bible clearly state have been taken up to heaven (bodily not as a resurrection) and those as Moses who was with Jesus in His transfiguration (resurrected after death) and the saints who are gathering the prayers, in heaven. Some parts of the Scripture also denote a direct heavenly ascention (Jesus telling the thief that "Today you are with me in Paradise.") and then there are other passages that talk about a futuristic resurrection. Paul talks about it with great fervor. He says that we will change, we will know Jesus as He knows us. He is very enthusiastic: In 1 Corinthians (15:51-58)he makes reference to the final trumpet (Revelations) and at that final trumpet we will be raised, and those that are alive and in Christ will join the ones that have died in Christ. He admonishes our service and behavior in the Lord and asks for us to be faithful and patient. In 1 Thessalonians 4:13 through 5:2, this same explanation is further enhanced with the mention of the Archangel, Jesus coming among the clouds, and the final adminishion about the "day and time". I believe that if it's God's desire we can be wisked away into heaven the second this earthly body is extinguished. But more likely there is a day and time set for a mass resurrection (as in Revelations) where we will all come to witness the Pierced One! God Bless! |
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1429 | rasied dead died twice? | 1 Thess 4:17 | JCrichton | 106340 | ||
Greatings Michael Draves, Which passage in the Bible shows Lazarus as the "beloved disciple?" I have always understood that term to be applied by John (John 21:24), the Evangelist, to himself. Further, during the Passover Meal (John 13:21-30) it is stated that the disciples were with Jesus the disciple whom Jesus loved was sitting next to Jesus and was asked to get more details on who would betray Jesus. Lazarus, though also loved by Jesus, was never mentioned as a constant companion of Jesus and the twelve! God Bless! |
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1430 | Bible Observation How to's | 2 Tim 2:15 | JCrichton | 105833 | ||
EdB, It is true that we may be corrupted by Biblical notes and extra-Biblical texts. But Paul asked us to search everything and to keep what is good. Jesus promised us that the Holy Spirit (Paraclete) would be our helper, that He would teach and guide us. Jude tells us (20-23) that we must keep building ourselves in the sacred faith, praying in the power of the Holy Spirit, waiting patiently in our Lord's mercy, and that we must both have mercy on those about us and have mercy and fear when dealing with those who would distort the Truth (by word or deed). Don't trust in man, trust that the Holy Spirit will guide you every single time. I believe that pride and egocentrism is our deadliest foe which Satan uses quite efficiently against our desire to be saved. Maran atha! |
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1431 | Bible Observation How to's | 2 Tim 2:15 | JCrichton | 105831 | ||
EdB, Many times we seek theological answers using a scientist perspective (010101...); if something is not readily crunchable or digestible we resort to the old "prove it!" method. There are many things in the Bible that are confusing. And many things that are not readily written. Some believers have a problem with the Bible's lack of clear and definitive titles, names and quotations. One particular group would say as you say that the idea of a Trinity or Three Persons in God is extensional to the Bible since not once is there a single notation of the word trinity or of God deliberating through the prophets that He is God in three Persons. When we search the Bible for the Truth we cannot just read a single passage such as the one where Jesus says that "...no one knows, not even the Son of Man, only the Father..." and seek to find understanding on this simple passage alone. Were it so, then the logical reasoning would be that Jesus is not God since God is Omniscient. We must ask why did Jesus say this? But to crealy understand we must also ask who is jesus? What is His purpose? Clearly it is not to reveal the completeness of the Truth--John the Baptist called him the Lamb of God! Then the questions begs... What is the Lamb's purpose?, to reveal the complete Truth? Further, we must listen to Jesus other statments: "the Father and I are one," "I AM," "I give my life freely and I have the power to recover it again," "I came so that all may have life, and have it abumdantly," "you believe in the Father, believe also in me," "I am the alpha and the omega..." So Ed, it is true that there is no direct Biblical text that states that Salem is Jerusalem. But we must read all of the Bible and compare the various text: Who is the Great King, the High Priest, the Great City, what was God's promise to David, what city would be forever the city of joy, of God's kingdom? Then there's the fact that Melchizedek does represent God as High Priest, that the lineage of priesthood belonging to Aaron is not that of Melchizedek and Jesus, that this High Priest is also a king, that there are two lines of authority that were never merged in Israel (the King and the High Priest), that consequently only Jesus and Melchizedek share these distinctive titles, that Abraham--moved by the Holy Spirit no dubt, offered to Melchizedek the tenth of all his plunder, and finally that that which took place happened hundreds of years before the priesthood and kingdom was brought to the people of Israel. Again, there are many truths not set in clear and precise text. But the Bible is God's tool and the Holy Spirit, who is God, guides us to understanding. We must not seek the Truth as the Jews, Greeks and the Gentiles--one time Jesus told them that there would be no other sign given to them then that of Jonah! Here's a little query: Malachi 3:1 vs. Matthew 11:10, why is there a change of expression. Why does Jesus not quote the passage word per word? Maran atha! |
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1432 | Bible Observation How to's | 2 Tim 2:15 | JCrichton | 105703 | ||
Hi, mel! I just read through Makarios's postings and I would like to add the following: Firstly, I defer to the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:26); I've learned that I will not always see the answers or meanings of Biblical passages regardless of how much I may strive to get it. Secondly, I employ patience and humility! and, lastly, I use a good study Bible and a concordance dictionary. An example of one of my projects is Genesis 14:18-20: These verses seem to be full of mystery; they act as a dangling participle. But they are oh so juicy! Here's Abraham coming back from a fierce battle and out of the blue this man drops in on him. Though Abraham has no discernible connection to the stranger, this man: a) blesses Abraham, b) is aware of the immediate circumstances that brought Abraham to that particular place and time, c) praises God on behalf of Abraham, d) mediates for Abraham, e) offers Abraham bread and wine, and, f) vanishes into the mystery that bore him. It would appear that Abraham just fell into more good fortune. But on the recap... The man Abraham just happened to have met is Melchizedek, who is both a priest of the Most High God and the king of Salem. A good study Bible and a concordance could shed a 2K-watt light on these three verses. The Bible and/or the concordance would expand these verses (Psalm 110:4 and Hebrews 4:14 thru 5:10, 6:19 thru 10:18), clarifying the office, duties, and identity of the High Priest. The Bible's footnotes and the concordance can identify the names and titles while offering a more rounded correlation between Melchizedek and Jesus. The mystery: Melchizedek is both priest and king. Salem is Melchizedek's kingdom. He appears out of nowhere and greets Abraham with blessings and revelations, then offers him bread and wine. Abraham, on his part, offers the priest a tenth of the plunder gained from the battle. The mystery unfolds: Since Melchizedek is the priest of the Most High God, we must conclude that he is also the king that represents the Most High God (Salem being identified as Jerusalem--a kingdom that will not be established for over hundreds of years). Melchizedek demonstrates that he has both spiritual authority and intimate knowledge of Abraham (he lbesses Abraham and praises him, praises God for bringing victory to Abraham, and intercedes on Abraham's behalf by asking God for further blessings). The offering of bread and wine, on the surface, could be interpreted as simple hospitability; but this is Abraham's backyard, it is he who should offer Melchizedek hospitability. And, finally, Abraham offers Melchizedek the tithing, a religious practice that will not come into existence until hundreds of years later, when the priesthood is established. Genesis 14:18-20: These verses, in effect, highlight, in one simple encounter, a mysterious priestly king who typifies the Law, the Commandments and the Lord's Supper! God Bless! |
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1433 | What if? | Luke 23:34 | JCrichton | 105568 | ||
Hi,mommapbs, Thanks for the info. I am new at this and since there various responses and redirections it will take me a while to get with it! I will check the reference you made. God Bless! |
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1434 | Luke 23:34 | Luke 23:34 | JCrichton | 105567 | ||
Hi, Ngop! I believe that Jesus was offering a gift of love and forvigness to them (as the prayer He taught the disciples: "forgive us our trespass...". Jesus is God, but as the Son of Man, the Anointed One, He could not reveal all Truth nor could he disobey the Law. Remember, Jesus came to fulfill the Law. Everything pertenaining to Him had to be within the Law (i.e.: John the Baptist argument that Jesus should be the one to baptize him--Jesus responded that He had to fulfill the Law. Jesus was God, but John had to baptize Him in order to fulfill the prophecies regarding Joshua--the Lord's Anointed. Have you notice that Jesus called Himself the Son of Man, and not the Son of God? Some religious groups think that statement means that Jesus is a creature and not God. Another passage that seems confusing is Jesus stating that no one knew the date and time of the end of times, not even the Son of Man... Some groups believe that Jesus is stating that He does not know all, therefore He cannot be God (God Almighty)... I hope that I am not confusing you by using so many examples! What we must understand is that Jesus as the Mesiah did not come to give full wisdom. He came a the Lamb of God. And everything He said and did was to fulfill that particular part of the Divine Plan. Further, He promises His disciples that they would not be abandoned, that He will send another: the Paraclete, who will come in His Name and teach them everything and remind them of His teachings. As God, Jesus has all knowledge and all power. But as the Son of Man, God's only begotten Son, He must obey the Father and, by example, teach us to obey! Did Jesus give carte blanche to those who crucified Him? No! But He, as our Mediator, apealled to the Father to call them to Salvation. Did they listen to the Father's call. One day we may know! I truly hope that this has help you with your two part question. Feel free to drop another question or note! Maran atha! |
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1435 | What if? | Luke 23:34 | JCrichton | 105495 | ||
mommapbs, I am not sure if you are refering to me (JCrichton)--if you are the original question has been answered: Christ asked forginess for all who took part in His crucifixion. They did not know Him. The temporal existence occupied their minds and hearts. The Masters of the Law, Pharasees and Saddusees were specialists--their whole existence revolved around the written/oral Law. But they allowed themselves to be consummed with earthly passions and power. It was foretold. It had to happen. How would they people that were not His people became His people? Had their spiritual minds and hearts be in tuned with Yahweh they would have certainly not plotted against His Son, their Savior! On your second part--I do not engage in conditinal intercourse (what if, would have been, could have been...). So I will respectfully decline to answer. God Bless! |
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1436 | How many ways can money be collected? | 1 Cor 16:1 | JCrichton | 105492 | ||
I've found no specifications on the manners in which the church may perform the collection. The various passages in the Bible that refer to charity or collections for the poor and the discipleship do not outline many specifics on the how, when, or frequency. Paul did make a plea to have thins ready: 1 Corinthians 16:1-2. But, mostly,Biblical passages are concerned with our reasons and our spiritual standing: Matthew 5:23-24; Acts 5:3-4; 2 Corinthians 9:6-7. There's an immense preoccupation with serving the poor and the discipleship: Acts 20:35; Galatians 2:9-10; omans 12:9-17; 15:25-27. There's no limit set on the amount of the offerings nor on the use of the collections. Yet there are signs of greed and divisiveness: 1 Corinthians 9:11-14--perhaps there were those who wanted to misappropriate the funds (as it happens during our times) and Paul admonishes them and clarifies that he and those with him have opted to not even ask for assistance, in order to dissuade any impostors from maligning their missions: 1 Corinthians 9:15-18. The apostles new that the need of the church would require a system of collections (funds; goods; services; food) and an equitable form of distribution. Collections were never intended to fatten a select group (Ezekiel 33:1-9). he fulfillment of the Law, in Christ Jesus, did away with many of the customs and corporal requirements of the Law. Tithing, as a mandatory covenant, was replaced with a greater covenant: Love! So, give freely, generously, within your means, and with your heart set on God! God Bless! |
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1437 | What if they knew what they wee doing? | Luke 23:34 | JCrichton | 105459 | ||
Mommapbs, Clearly, there were those who thought that they knew what they were doing! Many times Jesus was checked by the disciples of the Masters of the Law, the Sadusees, and Pharasees. They were amazed when Jesus stated that they were blind leaders; but they did not allow the Spirit of God to lead them to the Truth! In John 1:10-13 this question is answered; they clearly did not know Him. Paul emphazised this on 1 Corinthians 2:8--clearly they were blinded by the Truth; I mean to say Satan using the Truth as he did in the Garden of Eden: "surely you will not die..." |
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1438 | Luke 23:34 | Luke 23:34 | JCrichton | 105457 | ||
Hi, Ngop! In order to understand one passage of the Bible we must place it in context with the entire Bible. Ezekiel 18:31-32 tells us what God (the Father) trully wants. His Plan for Salvation is all encompassing! The Word (Verb) reason for encarnating as Jesus Christ is to carry forth this Plan: John 6:40 and Jonh 10:10. Now, does this mean that we all have carte blance, as some erroneous interpretations of the passage that guarantees that those who are in the spirit are above the law desire to interpret? The condition is set for our salvation: repent and return to God: Is 1:18-19. All are inclusive in God's Salvation--even all of those involved in our Lord's crucifixion. The question is: from Judas to the guards posted at the tomb, did any of them opened their hearts, minds and spirit to the Father's calling! These were fortunate to have Jesus Christ Himself appeal to the Father's forviness--did they repent, did they humbly return to God? |
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1439 | Is this a Christian Forum? | Bible general Archive 2 | JCrichton | 105426 | ||
Norm, Thanks for your invite. I do have questions that I will post in the near future. As I am new to the experience I will wait just a bit before posting them. God Bless! |
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1440 | Is this a Christian Forum? | Bible general Archive 2 | JCrichton | 105425 | ||
justme, Thanks for your comments. No, I did not jump the gun. The exchanges I read depicted a duel between two members. One used what I consider to be abusive language and another pleaded for a hault on the harrasment he was being subjected to. I do apologize if I seemed too stern in my critical observations. Maran atha! |
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