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161 | What exactly is predestination? | 1 Thess 5:17 | Aspiring Overseer | 49837 | ||
Dear Joe! Does God desire followers who choose to follow Him or have no choice in the matter? If you were God, which would you prefer? |
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162 | catholic and protestant salvation view | Eph 4:3 | Aspiring Overseer | 49324 | ||
OK, maybe 95 percent! | ||||||
163 | catholic and protestant salvation view | Eph 4:3 | Aspiring Overseer | 49271 | ||
Consider these verses and the concepts they discuss regarding the Bible: 2 Peter 1:16-21 16For we did not follow cleverly devised tales when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of His majesty. 17For when He received honor and glory from God the Father, such an utterance as this was made to Him by the Majestic Glory, "This is My beloved Son with whom I am well-pleased"-- 18and we ourselves heard this utterance made from heaven when we were with Him on the holy mountain. 19And so we have the prophetic word made more sure, to which you do well to pay attention as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star arises in your hearts. 20But know this first of all, that no prophecy of Scripture is a matter of one's own interpretation, 21for no prophecy was ever made by an act of human will, but men moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God. NAS Scripture is not a mater of one's own interpretation. It is what it is! Gal 1:11-12 11For I would have you know, brethren, that the gospel which was preached by me is not according to man. 12For I neither received it from man, nor was I taught it, but I received it through a revelation of Jesus Christ. NAS Paul was taught directly by Christ and Christians are to follow Paul as he followed Christ. Did Paul support any denomination, either Catholic or Protestant? John 12:44-13:1 44And Jesus cried out and said, "He who believes in Me does not believe in Me, but in Him who sent Me. 45"And he who beholds Me beholds the One who sent Me. 46"I have come as light into the world, that everyone who believes in Me may not remain in darkness. 47"And if anyone hears My sayings, and does not keep them, I do not judge him; for I did not come to judge the world, but to save the world. 48"He who rejects Me, and does not receive My sayings, has one who judges him; the word I spoke is what will judge him at the last day. 49"For I did not speak on My own initiative, but the Father Himself who sent Me has given Me commandment, what to say, and what to speak. 50"And I know that His commandment is eternal life; therefore the things I speak, I speak just as the Father has told Me." NAS Jesus spoke only what God the Father gave Him. Paul instructed only as Christ instructed him. Phil 1:27-28 27Only conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ; so that whether I come and see you or remain absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel; 28in no way alarmed by your opponents-- which is a sign of destruction for them, but of salvation for you, and that too, from God. NAS Paul instructed the Christians of that age, Christians who in some cases had actually seen Jesus, that they should be of the same mind. Where does Paul, or any Old or New Testament writer authorize the choice of chosing the denomination of your choice? Where do denominations come from? Jesus said that a kingdom divided against itself is laid waste. He also prayed for unity for His diciples. Paul also instructed at great length not to be divided: 1 Cor 1:10 10Now I exhort you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all agree, and there be no divisions among you, but you be made complete in the same mind and in the same judgment. NAS Keep praying for guidance in understanding scripture and continue to be skeptical. Ninety nine percent of what you see and hear regarding Christianity is taken out of context and made to fit our mainstream, personal viewpoint. |
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164 | fall upward? | 1 Tim 4:1 | Aspiring Overseer | 33451 | ||
Friend, your assertion of two judgements is not supported in the context. Each person will be judged according to their deeds. Those who chose disobedience, whether in the body or not, will be cast into hell. Those who chose obedience to God's law will recieve heaven. The greek word for "judgement seat" makes no distinction, or implication, that it is reserved solely for Christians. That is wishful thinking. 1Peter1:17, by the way, still presents a problem,as well, since it would make little sense for a Christian to conduct themselves in fear, if there was nothing they could do to change their situation (That would be quite unfair of God, if that were the case, wouldn't it?). A bigger question may be, "To whom is the Bible written?". Is scripture not the "travel guide" for Christians? Do pagans have any interest in the Bible? Certainly, the majority of the books of the New Testament are addressed specifically to saints. Are any addressed to pagans? Does not the word itself tell us that scripture is foolishness and veiled to those who are perishing? Why would John 3:36, like every word of God's holy writ,be written to and for anyone other than those who make up God's kingdom! Christians do not need to be told their pagan neighbors shall not see life. Christians need to be reminded; and they are time and time again for those who have ears to hear; that Christianity is a race. Only Christians run in it and, with effort, successfully finish. Sadly, I suspect, those percentages are few. Have a pleasant day. |
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165 | fall upward? | 1 Tim 4:1 | Aspiring Overseer | 33341 | ||
Robert, Continueing with John 5:24 and your statement that a Christian shall not come into judgement, how are we then to understand 2Co 5:10 (For we must all appear before the judgement seat of Christ...) and 1Pe1:17 (And if you address as Father the One who impartially judges according to each man's work, conduct yourselve in fear during the time of your stay upon earth;..)? Try finishing the concept begun with J0 5:24, as well, by reading through verse 29. This is obviously in agreement with Jo 3:36: John 3:36 36"He who believes in the Son has eternal life; but he who does not obey the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God abides on him." NAS Have a great day! |
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166 | which came first the chicken or the egg | Gen 1:20 | Aspiring Overseer | 33340 | ||
Hank, On a second reading of CurtnSally's posting I conceed you are correct. My apologies, CurtnSally. Paul |
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167 | Does Christ stand alone for salvation?? | Acts 4:12 | Aspiring Overseer | 33333 | ||
Gentlemen, You are correct in saying that Christ is the only way to salvation, however, you miss the mark in offering the popular adage, "works do(es) not save us". Scripture tells us that those who believe in Him should not perish (John 3:16), but it is clear this is conditional. Even the demons believe and shudder. Those who believe have eternal life, but those who disobey shall incur the wrath of God (JO 3:36). Further, Hebrews 5:9 tells us that Christ is the source of eternal salvation for all those who obey him. Sounds like there might be some effort involved, eh? Finally, Paul instructs us to "work out your salvation with fear and trembling" in Phil 2:12. This is curious if all we must do is "accept Jesus Christ as our personal Lord and Savior" by "having faith" in His existance. Paul |
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168 | which came first the chicken or the egg | Gen 1:20 | Aspiring Overseer | 33326 | ||
My Friend, Is it your opinion that man evolved? If so, what evidence do you have? Why would it be so impossible to believe God's design was to create everything fully grown and mature in every respect? Is anything impossible with God? Does attempting to piece together assumptions in incomplete and incredible schemes serve a useful purpose for you? We can always prove scripture through science, but we should not "bend" scripture to meet our scientific assumptions. That, my friend, is being a true "ostrich". |
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169 | which came first the chicken or the egg | Gen 1:20 | Aspiring Overseer | 33178 | ||
This is a simple question, gentlemen. God didn't create Adam as a sperm and egg and grow him into adulthood! Neither did He do this with the Earth, plants, fruit trees, sea monsters and CHICKENS! Each were created fully formed (and in the case of living creatures) able to reproduce after their own kind. | ||||||
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