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161 | Rejection means never knew? | Eph 4:3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 206098 | ||
Greetings CG!, It is indeed an interesting passage! First, in regards to your statement " I disagree that "Those who reject their salvation were never born again to begin with."For one simple reason. Only God truly knows the heart, to say you do is wrong and untrue." It is true only God and the person knows! This same truth also discounts your argument on the matter does it not? If no one knows then no one knows if they were or were not. Understand? I understand what you are saying here. But discounting the argument as you did and then using the same to validate another view is error also is it not? Looking on to the passage you say "It CLEARLY intimates, that these false teachers knew the way (Know means that they personally knew, intimately)." I'm not so sure it "CLEARLY intimates" what you are attributing to the false teachers. Taking a closer look at the passage could you explain the following. 1) Is verse 20 and 21 talking about the false teachers or is it talking about "those who barely escape from the ones who live in error" in verse 18? 2) Verse 19 seems to "CLEARLY" reveal the false teachers are "slaves of corruption". Also, where in this passage do you understand the false teachers "personally knew, intimately"? Even more, where in this chapter do you understand the false teachers "personally knew, intimately"? Steve |
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162 | Who constitutes the church? | Eph 4:3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 206031 | ||
Hi Sister, How typical for someone being so legalistic to accuse you of being ritualistic! How indicative of the heart of man! 1 Corinthians 2:11 (NASB) 11 For who among men knows the thoughts of a man except the spirit of the man which is in him? Even so the thoughts of God no one knows except the Spirit of God. Steve |
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163 | Be aware of deceit! | John 1:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205991 | ||
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164 | 3 brothers descendants changed | Col 1:16 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205965 | ||
Hank, It seems to me 1 Timothy 1:4 could apply here! Certainly by now in the discussion we are developing our own myths! Theory I believe is more of analysis of a set of facts :-) I like what the Bible Knowledge Commentary said about it. (In part) Whatever their nature, they were empty of any spiritual value and led only to further speculation, questions, and arguments. Such speculations were to be avoided because they did not further God’s plan, which is grasped and implemented not by human imaginings, but by faith. By contrast, human speculations tend to lead off down endless blind tunnels which serve only to confuse and obscure God’s truth.—Bible Knowledge Commentary In this case, we have arrived at a point we call one so called theory a lie because it has no scripture to back it up and press on to validate another so called theory which also has no scripture to back it up, yet some how it is not a lie. To borrow a word from Doc, Sheesh! Steve |
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165 | Be aware of deceit! | John 1:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205920 | ||
Please leave unanswered for a few days! To all, In the past there was a jehovah witness who prowled the forum getting email address from user profiles. He would then send the false and deceitful teachings of this cult via email to forum members. I wanted to make you aware of this so you will know what he is up to. Be aware of his deceit! Please leave unanswered for a few days! Steve |
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166 | Creeds and Confessions Needful? | Bible general Archive 4 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205879 | ||
Praise God! |
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167 | Evangelism in Prisons? | Matt 28:19 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205836 | ||
Tamara, I think John probably answered your question about the best anyone could unless we have someone on board here that knows the laws of every state and the federal laws regarding federal prison. I can tell you this much, I know a pastor and his wife who have a prison ministry and to my knowledge and understanding there is no restriction in regards to what they teach. I live in the state of Florida. Also, I was once a prison guard in the state of Alabama and they had no restrictions when I was there. As a matter of fact, by law we had to provide the time and place for any and all religions to practice their faith. I use to have to stand guard while the Muslims had their meetings. I was always amazed that they were allowed to because of the nature of what they were doing. I wasn't a Christian at the time and didn't even know anything about Islam. Never the less, it was obvious they were militant in everything they did. It was an interesting position to be in standing there as the only guard among a room full of Muslims who where teaching such hate and in such a militant way. I always thought if the do gooders on the outside had seen and heard what I had they would put a stop to it inside a prison. It made for a volatile situation inside the prison. Having said that and in keeping with the guide lines as some seem to be confused on the matter I offer this (John 14:6) :-) Steve |
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168 | homosexual brain wired that way at birth | 1 Cor 6:9 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205793 | ||
Greetings Q, Have you reconciled what you will do? Steve |
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169 | psychic vs prophet difference | 1 Cor 14:3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205790 | ||
Tamara, I'm sure you mean well but to apologize for "every one" as if every one or anyone for that matter has done something wrong is a misrepresentation of others. Just so happens, the people in here who redirect such things as was being said care deeply. Not only for the one who's understanding does not line up with God's word, but also for the many who read along. To approach it with the warm fuzzy love of the world and leave the person in error is not love at all but rather self promoting and desire to be liked by the world. Consider this... Ephesians 4:17-25 (NASB) 17 So this I say, and affirm together with the Lord, that you walk no longer just as the Gentiles also walk, in the futility of their mind, 18 being darkened in their understanding, excluded from the life of God because of the ignorance that is in them, because of the hardness of their heart; 19 and they, having become callous, have given themselves over to sensuality for the practice of every kind of impurity with greediness. 20 But you did not learn Christ in this way, 21 if indeed you have heard Him and have been taught in Him, just as truth is in Jesus, 22 that, in reference to your former manner of life, you lay aside the old self, which is being corrupted in accordance with the lusts of deceit, 23 and that you be renewed in the spirit of your mind, 24 and put on the new self, which in the likeness of God has been created in righteousness and holiness of the truth. 25 Therefore, laying aside falsehood, SPEAK TRUTH EACH ONE of you WITH HIS NEIGHBOR, for we are members of one another. "Love is the Queen of the Christian graces. It is a holy disposition given to us when we are born again by God. It is the love of God shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Spirit. True spiritual love is characterized by meekness and gentleness, yet it is vastly superior to the courtesies and kindnesses of the flesh." "We must be careful not to confuse human sentimentality, carnal pleasantries, human amiability and affability with true spiritual love. The love God commands, first to Himself and then to others, is not human love. It is not the indulgent, self-seeking love which is in us by nature. If we indulgently allow our children to grow up with little or, no Scriptural discipline, Proverbs plainly says we do not love them, regardless of the human sentimentality and affection we may feel for them. Love is not a sentimental pampering of one another with a loose indifference as to our walk and obedience before the Lord. Glossing over one another's faults to ingratiate ourselves in their esteem is not spiritual love." "The true nature of Christian love is a righteous principle which seeks the highest good of others. It is a powerful desire to promote their welfare. The exercise of love is to be in strict conformity to the revealed will of God. We must love in the truth. Love among the brethren is far more than an agreeable society where views are the same. It is loving them for what we see of Christ in them, loving them for Christ's sake." "The Lord Jesus Himself is our example. He was not only thoughtful, gentle, self-sacrificing and patient, but He also corrected His mother, used a whip in the Temple, Severely scolded His doubting disciples, and denounced hypocrites. True spiritual love is above all faithful to God and uncompromising towards all that is evil. We cannot declare, 'Peace and Safety' when in reality there is spiritual decay and ruin!" "True spiritual love is very difficult to exercise because it is not our natural love. By nature we would rather love sentimentally and engender good feelings. Also many times true spiritual love is not received in love, but is hated as the Pharisees hated it. We must pray that God will fill us with His love and enable us to exercise it without dissimulation toward all." - A. W. Pink Steve |
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170 | homosexual brain wired that way at birth | 1 Cor 6:9 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205730 | ||
In the eyes of God it does not matter what we humans say. He said it is sin, it is sin. We can claim anything we want but it does not change the way God views it! His word is the measure of truth. Not our understanding. Perhaps a study on the sinful nature of mankind would help you understand why gays would cling to the lie that since is spreading about how they were born. Here's a start. 1 Corinthians 2:14 (NASB) But a natural man does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually appraised. Romans 8:5-8 (NASB) 8:5 For those who are according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who are according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. 8:6 For the mind set on the flesh is death, but the mind set on the Spirit is life and peace, 8:7 because the mind set on the flesh is hostile toward God; for it does not subject itself to the law of God, for it is not even able to do so, 8:8 and those who are in the flesh cannot please God. Steve |
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171 | psychic vs prophet difference | Heb 1:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205725 | ||
Okay, now that you have given your opinion of what you think, please provide us with scripture that teaches what you believe. Let me save you some time. There are none to be found! Steve PS. You might want to review the terms of use on this site. There is a statement in there which I am providing for your reference. "Postings must be Biblically based and not opposing the Bible's sole authority (sola Scriptura), Christianity, or the deity of Jesus Christ." |
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172 | homosexual brain wired that way at birth | Lev 18:22 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205718 | ||
No, your disagreement is not with me. I'm only repeating what God's word says of the matter. I agree with Him. We need only look at what he says and can with all confidence know that anything that contradicts His word is false. Also, consider wisely what you have said regarding your faith. I'm not sure what your intent was so I don't mean to put words in your mouth. But the way it reads, your faith is actually in since and not God. I mean you know harm but your post is absolutely contradictory to the word of God and even God himself. Again, I caution you to consider wisely your understanding. Steve |
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173 | psychic vs prophet difference | Heb 1:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205712 | ||
The difference is God spoke to the prophets! Hebrews 1:1-2 (NASB) 1:1 God, after He spoke long ago to the fathers in the prophets in many portions and in many ways, 1:2 in these last days has spoken to us in His Son, whom He appointed heir of all things, through whom also He made the world. Steve |
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174 | homosexual brain wired that way at birth | Lev 18:22 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205706 | ||
God sees it as an abomination (Leviticus 18:22) Read more with included scriptures here http://www.gotquestions.org/homosexuality-Bible.html The scientific evidence is still wrong and always will be if it contradicts what God says! Steve |
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175 | Can Christian teach unsaved about ghost? | Bible general Archive 4 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205694 | ||
Greetings praidup! Welcome to the Study Bible Forum! Consider this if you would. Do you think it wise for you to try and explain this to them without a full understanding of it yourself? I would think not. You could do much more harm then good. Take this for what it's worth. If you understood all you needed to about this subject you would not be asking this question. You would already know the answer and how to proceed. God bless, Steve |
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176 | No Fruit? | John 15:8 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205493 | ||
Jim, I know what you teach. I've seen you push it on the forum already. Matthew 28:18-20 (NASB) 18 And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, "All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 19 "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all that I commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age." This if for us as well! I reject your teaching and where it comes from! Paul said it better then I could! 1 Corinthians 15:3-9 (NASB) 15:3 For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received, that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, 15:4 and that He was buried, and that He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, 15:5 and that He appeared to Cephas, then to the twelve. 15:6 After that He appeared to more than five hundred brethren at one time, most of whom remain until now, but some have fallen asleep; 15:7 then He appeared to James, then to all the apostles; 15:8 and last of all, as to one untimely born, He appeared to me also. 15:9 For I am the least of the apostles, and not fit to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God. Steve |
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177 | No Fruit? | John 15:8 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205479 | ||
Greetings Sister Val, Thanks again for the response! I don't know about you but I'm enjoying the discussion :-) I think fruit here is broad in it's meaning. I think the making of disciples is one measure of fruit. But to say we must first make disciples would limit the application of the meaning. Abiding in Him is much much more then making disciples. It is as He says John 15:9-10 (NASB) 15:9 "Just as the Father has loved Me, I have also loved you; abide in My love. 15:10 "If you keep My commandments, you will abide in My love; just as I have kept My Father's commandments and abide in His love. You said something I want to key on to stir some thought on this as I believe it applies to what is meant by fruit. You said " Ok, now to application to me - how am I to obey this verse in my life. I have heard Christ's call to me. I responsed by following Him and all that entails." Keep in mind I am not judging you okay :-) But when you say you responded by following Him and ALL THAT ENTAILS I have to wonder, has any one of us actually reached "all that entails"? What need of pruning is there if we have? If making new disciples were the only fruit then I could see the constant need of pruning. But there is more to it then making disciples. It is keeping all His commandments! Not just once or twice but at all times. The more we are pruned, the more we become like Christ. Consider this. My original question would be much easier to answer if the measure of fruit were only new converts. This is one of the reasons I struggle with where I am at because it is much more then that. Even if it were, I would still be left with trying to understand if it is God leading me on to something else or is it me, not abiding in Him as I should. But there is one thing you said that really stands out to me and I want to thank you for the reminder. I thank you for all your thoughts on this but this is important. You said "prayer I think is the key - everything we do is bathed in prayer - being sensitive to hearing God's answer is key." Yes it is! And not that I don't know this, but perhaps I have found myself thinking my way through this too much instead of spending more time in prayer. Thanks for the precious reminder! Steve |
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178 | No Fruit? | John 15:8 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205475 | ||
John, Thanks for the response. It’s actually turned out to be a good discussion. Lot’s to consider and work through :-) I would say most assuredly making disciples is included in the fruit. Just a quick example! John 15:10 (NASB) 10 "If you keep My commandments, you will abide in My love; just as I have kept My Father's commandments and abide in His love. Matthew 28:18-20 (NASB) 18 And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, "All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 19 "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all that I commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age." Keep in mind. I have not said that the number of converts is the measure of the fruit that is produced. In fact I believe this is in part what Doc was pointing out and which I understand. Correct me if I miss represent you Doc :-) We sometimes view numbers as a direct correlation to success. But one need only look at many of the mega churches where Christ is never preached and see numbers is not the best indicator. You ask “Question I have to ask myself: If we abide in Him, and His love, how is it that we, move on, and to where do we move?” Well, consider this. John 15:2 (NASB) 2 "Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit, He prunes it so that it may bear more fruit. From this we can understand that at a minimum, there must be fruit! And what does it say, every branch that bears fruit, He prunes it so that it may bear more fruit.” So, there is a progression here, from fruit to more fruit. And in verse 5 we see “much fruit”. So, despite ones view that making disciples is or is not fruit, how does one not move on and produce more fruit and even much fruit? If there is one who completely abides in Him, I would travel far to observe him if only for a day! Steve |
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179 | No Fruit? | John 15:8 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205457 | ||
Val, I went back and read your other post after seeing this one. I may have misunderstood you. I thought you were pointing out (with your question) that in fact fruit did consist of preaching the gospel and the conversion of new believers. I may still be confused on what you are asking so correct me if I'm still misunderstanding :-) Are you saying and/or asking, because Christ had not died yet that the fruit of a disciple would not include the gospel message? If so, are we to believe the revelation that had been given them was only partial? What would we include in "all things that I have heard from My Father"? John 15:15 (NASB) "No longer do I call you slaves, for the slave does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, for all things that I have heard from My Father I have made known to you. Again, if I'm misunderstanding just turn me around :-) It's late and I'm cross eyed right now :-) Steve |
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180 | No Fruit? | John 15:8 | humbledbyhisgrace | 205448 | ||
Doc, Thanks! And I get your point :-) Steve |
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