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161 | Intercessory Prayer | Dan 9:16 | Praise Be To God | 138004 | ||
What about it, I ask in humbleness. Janae |
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162 | The church as the pillar of Truth? | 1 Tim 3:15 | Praise Be To God | 137147 | ||
My understanding of these verses is as follows: Matthew 16:18. In these words, Christ promises to build His church on the truth of Peter's and the other disciples' confession that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God. Jesus uses a play on words here. He calls His disciple "Peter", meaning a small stone, but goes on to say "upon this rock I will build my church," i.e. He will build His church on Peter's solid confession. It is Jesus Christ who is the Rock, the first and great foundation of the church. Peter states in his first letter that Jesus is the living stone . . . a chief corner stone . . . the stone which the builders disallowed. At the same time, Peter and all other Christians are living stones who become part of the structure of the spiritual house which God is building. Nowhere in Scripture is it stated that Peter would be the supreme and infallible authority above all other disciples. Nor is it stated that Peter should have infallible successors who would represent Christ and function as the official head of the church. Respectfully, Janae Whitlock |
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163 | is Melchizedek Jesus | Gen 14:18 | Praise Be To God | 137114 | ||
According to the "Full Life Study Bible," Melchizedek (meaning "king of rightousness") was both "king of Salem" (possibly ancient Jerusalem) and "priest of the most high God." He served the one true God as did Abram. Melchizedek was a Canaanite, and thus, like Job, an example of a godly non-Israelite. Melchizedek is a type or figure of the royalty and eternal priesthood of Jesus Christ, i.e. Melchizedek: a type of Christ. Psalm 110:4 is fulfilled in Christ, but Melchizedek is not Christ: "The Lord hath sworn, and will not repent, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchizedek." Consider also Hebrews 7:1-3: "For this Melchisedec, king of Salem, who met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings, and blessed him. 2 To whom also Abraham gave a tenth part of all; first being by interpretation King of righteousness, and after that also King of Salem, which is, King of peace. 3 Without father, without mother, without descent, having neither beginning of days, nor end of life; but made like unto the Son of God; abideth a priest continually." This does not mean that Melchisedec literally had no parents or family or that he was an angel. It simply means that the Scriptures do not record his genealogy and say nothing of his beinning and end. Therefore, he serves as a type of the eternal Christ, whose priesthood will never end (Hebrews 7:24 and 25). Because of Him, Janae. |
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164 | Subject for a Christian powerpoint. | Gen 37:2 | Praise Be To God | 136867 | ||
Joseph comes to mind initially. All during his entire life, Joseph showed extreme integrity. No matter what happened to him, he would not sin against God. Joseph's life is a series of great events portrayed in scripture. There will be many examples to use for your powerpoint presentation. Hope this helps. Because of Him, Janae |
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165 | to serve god | Matthew | Praise Be To God | 136838 | ||
Al, I have been reading your posts these past few days, and I would like to comment on your answer. I am not demeaning the sacrifice of those persons who live in this way, but were not the Pharisees the same? They were more "religious" than any other group, (and in fact, Paul was probably a Pharisee before his Damascus Road experience), but we are saved not by our works, but by faith ("For by grace are ye saved though faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast." Ephesians 2:8). The question is this: Do we have a personal relationship with Jesus? Yes, we are to pray to God, we are commanded to pray, God wants us to communicate with Him and to have a personal relationship with Him, but I do not believe He wants us to spend our entire life in this manner. "For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give it: thou delightest not in burnt offering. The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise." (Psalm 51:16-17). To serve God is to serve man. We must go into the world and preach the gospel to every creature; we must let love be our banner as we live a life that is pleasing to God, as we live it out before our fellow man. "But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased." (Hebrews 13:16) I do not believe God is pleased with those who hide themselves away, sacrificing their lives for prayers and oblations unto God. "Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal." (I Corinthians 13:1). I believe God wants us to live life abundantly--and to show forth his love to all mankind. That is to serve God. "Even so faith, if it hath not works is dead, being alone. Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: show me thy faith without thy works, and I will show thee my faith by my works." James 2:17 and 18. Thank you. Because of Him, Janae |
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166 | how could you spot a false teacher? | 1 Tim 3:15 | Praise Be To God | 136743 | ||
Jesus gave us the authority to preach: "Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature." Mark 16:15. This command is given to all believers. This is the last thing Jesus said to us before he was taken up into heaven. The way you spot a false teacher is to compare what he says with the Word of God. The Word of God is the ultimate authority. | ||||||
167 | my mother is disowning me | Bible general Archive 2 | Praise Be To God | 136674 | ||
Your mom does not "sound" like she is born again. She is disobeying one of God's Ten Commandments by disowning her parents, for God commands that we HONOR our father and mother. If it were me, I would go to her pastor and ask his advice as to what to do. Maybe he can help your mother to see that what she is doing to her family is not God's will. I do not think it is okay not to have contact with her--you need to get this straightened out, and the sooner, the better. You need Godly, Christian advice (which is what you have tried to get here) and I think your mother's pastor would be a good place to start. Hope this helps. Love in Christ, Janae. |
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168 | what do you do when you feel no love.... | Matt 22:37 | Praise Be To God | 136352 | ||
Dearest Amanda, You can't go by your feelings--feelings are fickle. What you can go by is God's Word. God's Word is true and everything else is subject to change--by that Word. It sounds to me like you are being oppressed--not possessed--but oppressed. It sounds to me like you need to repent and ask God to forgive you for not loving Him and others. We are commanded to love God and to love others: "Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself." This is commanded of us by God. God gave us free will. We choose to obey his commandments. Is there something in your life which you need to confess to God? For, if we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (I John 1:9) I advise you to seek God in prayer, repent and ask his forgiveness. God has not left you. It sounds like you have left Him. I hope this helps. Love in Christ Jesus, Janae. |
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169 | claiming things in your life | Is 53:5 | Praise Be To God | 136347 | ||
You are the one who brought the Assemblies of God into this; I just showed you a statement of what they actually believe. I am a member of the Assemblies of God Church, and I know quite well what they believe. It is all in the interpretation of God's Word, and I choose to believe that healing was atoned for at the cross, and I have given you scriptures to prove it. You choose not to believe it. That is your prerogative. Praise Be To God, Janae. |
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170 | claiming things in your life | Is 53:5 | Praise Be To God | 136341 | ||
Here is a direct quote from the Assemblies of God position paper: The Assemblies of God constitution in its Statement of Fundamental Truths, section 12, states: "Divine healing is an integral part of the gospel. Deliverance from sickness is provided for in the atonement, and is the privilege of all believers (Isaiah 53:4,5; Matthew 8:16,17; James 5:14—16)." I rest my case. Janae. |
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171 | claiming things in your life | Is 53:5 | Praise Be To God | 136340 | ||
You are entitled to your opinion. | ||||||
172 | claiming things in your life | Is 53:5 | Praise Be To God | 136288 | ||
(1)Isaiah 53:4, 5; Matthew 8:16,17 and James 5:14-16, show that physical healing for ANY generation is provided at the cross. I was prayed for and God healed me--I didn't just "claim" I was healed. Claiming my healing means that I hold onto my healing and don't let Satan take it from me. A lot of times when people are healed, Satan will come and try to tell you that you are not healed, but by "claiming" your healing, you hold onto it and don't let Satan take it away from you. | ||||||
173 | Revelation 3 v 15 | Rev 2:6 | Praise Be To God | 136174 | ||
Dear Effpomens, According to the commentary note in the Full Life Study Bible, page 2038, the Nicolaitans (see also Rev. 3:15) probably affirmed, as did the teaching of Balaam that sexual immorality did not affect one's salvation in Christ. The New Testament clearly states the contrary; such persons shall not inherit the kingdom of God (1 Cor. 6:9-10). God hates the doctrine that teaches we can be saved and at the same time live immoral lives. To hate what God hates is an essential characteristic of those loyal to Christ (Ps. 139:21; Prov. 8:13). Janae |
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174 | claiming things in your life | Is 53:5 | Praise Be To God | 136165 | ||
Kalos, I agree totally with you. Janae |
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175 | claiming things in your life | Is 53:5 | Praise Be To God | 136161 | ||
I apologize for lumping everybody in together and thinking you all believe "once saved, always saved." You say healing is a gift. Salvation is a gift, too. Sickness and disease are consequences of the fall. The provision of Christ's atonement was complete and adequate for redeeming the whole person--spirit, soul, and body. I do not see how claiming physical healing was provided for at the Cross is adding to scripture. Please explain. Thank you. Janae. |
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176 | claiming things in your life | Is 53:5 | Praise Be To God | 136153 | ||
Dear EdB: See, here is where we differ, also. For I believe that one can lose his salvation. Not that God would take it away, but that one can pull himself away from God and lose his salvation. Salvation is provided for in the atonement, but it can be lost. I know you believe "once saved, always saved," but I do not believe that. Matthew 7:21-23 21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? 23 And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity. Matthew 19:16-26 16 And, behold, one came and said unto him, Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life? 17 And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments. 18 He saith unto him, Which? Jesus said, Thou shalt do no murder, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, 19 Honour thy father and thy mother: and, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. 20 The young man saith unto him, All these things have I kept from my youth up: what lack I yet? 21 Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go and sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come and follow me. 22 But when the young man heard that saying, he went away sorrowful: for he had great possessions. 23 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, Verily I say unto you, That a rich man shall hardly enter into the kingdom of heaven. 24 And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God. 25 When his disciples heard it, they were exceedingly amazed, saying, Who then can be saved? 26 But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible. Mark 9:42-48 (Jesus, talking to the Disciples) 42 And whosoever shall offend one of these little ones that believe in me, it is better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the sea. 43 And if thy hand offend thee, cut it off: it is better for thee to enter into life maimed, than having two hands to go into hell, into the fire that never shall be quenched: 44 Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched. 45 And if thy foot offend thee, cut it off: it is better for thee to enter halt into life, than having two feet to be cast into hell, into the fire that never shall be quenched: 46 Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched. 47 And if thine eye offend thee, pluck it out: it is better for thee to enter into the kingdom of God with one eye, than having two eyes to be cast into hell fire: 48 Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched. Luke 6:46-49 46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say? 47 Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will shew you to whom he is like: 48 He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock. 49 But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that without a foundation built an house upon the earth; against which the stream did beat vehemently, and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great. I have many more scriptures to show that salvation can be lost. Maybe we had better agree to disagree. Janae. |
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177 | claiming things in your life | Is 53:5 | Praise Be To God | 136149 | ||
Dear Kalos, Praise Be To God! Yes, He is the Healer, PRAISE HIS NAME! But why do you put forth articles to the contrary? Janae. |
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178 | claiming things in your life | Is 53:5 | Praise Be To God | 136147 | ||
Kalos, I appreciate you going to all the trouble of getting these articles which talk about God "always" healing, but I did not say that God always heals. I said healing is AVAILABLE through Christ's atonement. Just because some doctor says that there is no physical healing in the atonement, that does not mean that he is right. I know differently. God reached down and healed me! I am not making it up. Love in Christ, Janae. |
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179 | claiming things in your life | Is 53:5 | Praise Be To God | 136137 | ||
Dear Hank, You are right about preaching of the gospel being the most important message in the Word of God. All I am saying is that healing is also available through Christ's atoning blood, and you can choose to believe it or not. I choose to believe it. I want all that God has for me. Just because I don't interpret the Word of God in the same manner as you do, does not mean that I am wrong and you are right. Sin and death are consequences of the fall, but God's provision in redemption is as extensive as the consequences of the fall. For Sin, God provides forgiveness; for death, God provides eternal and resurrection life; and for sickness, God provides healing. If you cannot see that Psalm 103:3 expresses that, I cannot make you see it. Clearly, I am from a different denomination and we should have respect for each others' beliefs. Is this a Baptist only board? If you do not want me to post on this board due to our differences, then so be it. I have no problem with that. That is fine. I do not put you down for that. Had God brought me to a Baptist Church when I was saved, I would be believing much the same as you, but he did not. He brought me to the Assembly of God Church, where the gifts of the spirit are alive and thriving, and people worship God in a different manner than what you are used to. That is okay. But you should respect my beliefs, also. We will find out who is right when we reach heaven, where there are no denominational differences. In the meantime, we are commanded to love one another--especially the brethren. Love in Christ, Janae. |
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180 | claiming things in your life | Is 53:5 | Praise Be To God | 136135 | ||
Dear BradK: With all due respect, I have not stated that God wants to heal us all the time--you put those words into my mouth. I stated that God's healing is AVAILABLE through his atoning death on the cross. Just because a certain belief is recent, does that make it wrong? The fall of Adam into sin led the human race into the universal experience of sin, sickness, and death. In Psalm 103:3, the psalmist lists God's blessings for His people: forgiveness of our sins, healing for our diseases, and the gifts of redemption and eternal life. Forgiveness is the first and most important gift we can receive from God. Through it we are restored to God and redeemed from destruction (verse 4). Healing of diseases that come to us because of sin and Satan is likewise part of the salvation that God makes available to his people (James 5:15-16). In James 5:15-16, James is speaking of physical sickness. We may deal with illness by sending for the elders or leaders of the church. (1) It is the duty of pastors and elders to pray for the sick and to anoint them with oil. The responsibility to pray the prayer of faith is on them, not on the sick person. The New Testament places the major burden for healing on the church and its leaders. (2) The oil probably represents the healing power of the Holy Spirit and was used as an aid to faith. (Mark 6:13) (3) It is prayer that James emphasizes as most important. Effective prayer must be offered in faith if the sick are to be healed. The Lord will give faith according to His will. (4) People may or may not always be healed; nevertheless. God promises to be with all those who cry unto Him in fervent prayer. In James 5:16, is an important reason why healing is often lacking in the Christian community. Sin must be confessed to others, and fervent prayer for one another be made unto God. Sin in the church hinders the prayers of believers and blocks the healing power of God from being manifested in the congregation. I know for a fact that the above is true, because I have been prayed for by the elders of the church, and miraculously healed by God. I am speaking not only from the reading of God's Word, but also from a personal experience with the Lord. God's Word is true, and everything else is subject to change by that Word. Are you saying that divine healing is not a part of Christ's atoning death? If so, what is your reason for this belief? Janae |
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