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161 | do we have authority to forgive sins ? | Mark 16:17 | jlhetrick | 210309 | ||
BradK- very good pointing out the distinction, thanks. Because I know you I knew exactly where you were coming from but didn't want to speak for you. As believers we are to forgive others when they sin against us (and so we have the authority to do so). As I understand it, this has as much (if not more) to do with effecting us as it does the one we forgive (Mark 11:25, Hebrews 12:15). Regarding Matthew 16:19, 16:18 I understand these as speaking to the authority of the Church and not the individual believer (accept in so far as he/she is a functioning part of the Church). Our forgiving has no function in saving; agreed. God bless, Jeff |
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162 | do we have authority to forgive sins ? | Mark 16:17 | jlhetrick | 210303 | ||
Welcome to the forum! Well put! Jeff |
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163 | betrayed by a friend | Bible general Archive 4 | jlhetrick | 210186 | ||
blessmimi1- welcome to the Forum. As a practicle rule we do not give relationship advise here as that is better accomplished in the local church. The StudyBibleForum is specifically and exclusively for bible study. The bible teaches that while anger might be justified, we are commanded not to allow our own sin to be a result. Direct and to the point, see Ephesians 4:26. God bless, Jeff |
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164 | was the ten commandments done away with | Matt 22:40 | jlhetrick | 210082 | ||
Val- I can only say that you're study of Romans will be a blessing the first time around as well as the second and third and so-on. While this is true of all Scripture, the book of Romans is such a faith building study that it's impossible for most not to return to it again and again for in-depth study. My first true study of Romans was when I was leading a bible study at my local church; a verse by verse of the book of Romans. I'm sure I was blessed more than any who sat in the class with me. My second real attempt at the book was a private study and I came to realize just how shallow my teaching of the book had been to the adult class. Finally, as it stands now I wouldn't feel qualified to teach the book to a room full of adults simply because I've discovered it's depths beyond my ability. Praise the Lord that His word is true and the one source for saving faith. A fair scratching of the surface will change a person's life. God bless, Jeff |
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165 | was the ten commandments done away with | Matt 22:40 | jlhetrick | 210077 | ||
Hello Val, no need to apologize. You’re probably not nearly as simple-minded as you think you are; I’ve seen some really good posts from you that demonstrate pretty good insight and intellectual capacity. I wasn’t disagreeing that the law serves to give guidance, to include God’s expectations of how we are to treat others. I included the Scripture references to help point toward the greater purpose of the Law as declared by Scripture. I assumed you would have followed that and perhaps read more of the context there and not been left misunderstanding. The Scripture gives us a clear teaching of what the law was/is for and the resulting consequences. As I understand it, the law serves two very important functions that are more related to who God is and who we are in relation to Him. The law revealed sin but also the abounding grace of God that is far greater than, and able to overcome, any degree of sin. Take a look at Romans chapter 7 as well, start at verse 7 and read on. I suspect you’re well familiar with it but perhaps didn’t have it in mind and so didn’t catch on that I was building on your statement, not disagreeing with it; an expected and usual consequence of the limitations of this type of communication. Not that I’m not thankful for the Forum. God bless, Jeff |
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166 | was the ten commandments done away with | Matt 22:40 | jlhetrick | 210072 | ||
Val, you wrote: "The law was given to them when they came out of Egypt. It was to show them how to treat one another." Rom 5:19 For as through the one man's disobedience the many were made sinners, even so through the obedience of the One the many will be made righteous. Rom 5:20 The Law came in so that the transgression would increase; but where sin increased, grace abounded all the more, Rom 5:21 so that, as sin reigned in death, even so grace would reign through righteousness to eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. |
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167 | Follow up. Was it REALLY Samuel? | 1 Samuel | jlhetrick | 210023 | ||
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168 | Follow up. Was it REALLY Samuel? | 1 Samuel | jlhetrick | 210020 | ||
Luke 16:26 (NASB) 'And besides all this, between us and you there is a great chasm fixed, so that those who wish to come over from here to you will not be able, and that none may cross over from there to us.' |
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169 | Follow up. Was it REALLY Samuel? | 1 Samuel | jlhetrick | 210019 | ||
It’s important to consider whether or not we would want “recognition” as the qualifier in saying the spirit, called up by the witch, was Samuel or not. The passage never says that the witch recognized the spirit as Samuel but it seems a fair conclusion that she did based on verse 12 and so she would have been quite shocked that her familiar spirit did not appear instead. Still it would be a bit of a stretch for us to conclude that it was actually Samuel simply because Saul believed it based on the testimony of the witches description. Some other things to consider; Saul disguised himself initially fooling the witch into believing he was someone else. Fallen angels too can disguise themselves. 2 Corinthians 11:14 (AMP) And it is no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light; We want also to be cautious when considering the apparent authority with which the spirit spoke. Satan himself spoke with an assumed authority when he offered our Lord all the kingdoms of the world. I do believe the one who presented to Saul was in fact Samuel. I believe this only because the text seems to say so. “Then Samuel said to Saul,…” verse. 15 “and Samuel said…” verse. 16 Hope this helps, Jeff |
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170 | reason Israelites could not sacrifice | Bible general Archive 4 | jlhetrick | 209993 | ||
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171 | why israelites could not sacrifice | Bible general Archive 4 | jlhetrick | 209991 | ||
janetp- Welcome to the forum.. Homework question? |
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172 | the spirit of Samuel? | 1 Samuel | jlhetrick | 209983 | ||
Welcome sox- we're not told that she did know it was Samuel. She gave a discription...it says that Saul knew it was Samuel. |
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173 | Explain freedom as result of submission | NT general | jlhetrick | 209981 | ||
ededmondsn- Welcome to the forum! I want to start with something here and hope that I’m able to make the point without confusing you on the issue. I’m not sure if this is happening in your case or not, but I want to point out that we err if we first start with a presupposition, for example, “what I know in my heart about this freedom” and then set out to prove it with Scripture. Instead, we should strive to know what Scripture says and keep that in our hearts. With that said, I’ll point you to Romans 8:2 as a good place to start in searching out what Scripture says about freedom in Christ. Romans 8:2 For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the law of sin and of death. At a minimum, I suggest you go back now at least to the beginning of Chapter 7 and read through chapters 7 and 8, keeping verse 8:2 in thought. Once you've done this come back to the thread with questions/comments to further the study if necessary. God bless, Jeff |
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174 | 400 years in Egypt. | Genesis | jlhetrick | 209889 | ||
Genesis | ||||||
175 | how can we minister to homosexuals | Bible general Archive 4 | jlhetrick | 209860 | ||
Thanks Doc for the response.... sorry to have delayed so in my response. I'm currently working very long hours at the hospital. Quoting me you wrote: "Had you asked if the behavior differs NOW, for the one who ONCE practiced it (referring to the saved) then the answer would be yes. Their behavior is different. The unsaved is continuing in sin while the saved is no longer continuing in the sin." You responded: "Which is exactly what I've been saying. If we tell the unsaved who is continuing in their sin that it is possible that they are now saved, then we have given them false assurance. We have judged according to Biblical standards." In no place at no time have I even suggested that "we tell the unsaved who is continuing in their sin that it is possible that they are now saved". Go anywhere (everywhere) in this thread and point to where I have said anything close to that. If I have mis-typed or misrepresented my intending meaning I will desire to correct that. I have carefully read and reread my own words here and honestly can't imagine how they can be so mistaken as to suggest that my "choice of words...could have been used by the lost to justify their continued lifestyles". I honestly find that ridiculous. "Could have been" is hypothetical so I appreciate the point your making as I understand it, but, you yourself said that you "knew that isn't what you meant" referring to my posts. I appreciate our need/responsibility to challenge each other in order to prevent "corrupt communication" especially considering the limitations of posting and reading words on a screen. I have no problem with that and more than that, I appreciate and depend on it. My thoughts, perhaps from my simple, less scholarly perspective (said with sincerity), is that our being good stewards is best attained by more straight-forward, specific, and simple as need be responses; especially when we consider the varying degrees of intellect our readers and participants posses. It is, in my opinion, essential in the public forum. A perfect example of being clear (taken from this thread) is your asking how I thought the behaviors of those "who once were" DIFFERED from those who "are now". As we are agreeing to uncorrupt the corrupt communication I believe I see the problem in your original question as it relates to my response (or vice versa). Had you asked how I believe the behavior DIFFERS my answer would have been very different. How it differed(past tense applied to both)? It did not. The behaviors were exactly the same (regarding their sinfulness). How it differs (present tense applied to both)? The unsaved continues in the behavior. The saved person does not. Acknowledging semantics here, I'm almost sure we're in agreement on the whole issue. So it's not left unsaid and my position is clear here please understand this. In my years on the forum I have encountered a very few who I respect and trust regarding their doctrine as I much as I do you. With that said, some have been instrumental in teaching and guiding me in discovering the truths of Scripture, but none here more than you. I pray that the way I express myself is never interpreted as a attempt to be intentionally argumentative. I pray I never twist and turn my words or the words of others to continue to insist I'm right and another is wrong nor to avoid admitting I'm wrong. I pray others do the same. God bless, Jeff |
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176 | Obey Father and Mother | Bible general Archive 4 | jlhetrick | 209616 | ||
God bless and never forget that He is sovereign and able to do in the heart of you child what you never can. He loves the child more than you do if that makes sense. Knowing that allows us to model for our children the best we can, love them, discipline them, protect them, hold them accountable, etc. etc. We can trust God with them. Just as our obedience to God is a process in which we are allowed to make mistakes and He disciplines us (Hebrews 12:6) so will our children grow in response to our disciplining them. Jeff |
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177 | how can we minister to homosexuals | Bible general Archive 4 | jlhetrick | 209615 | ||
Doc- yes, I asked "do you think they were different?" Thanks for sharing the anecdote, but, would you answer the question please? So it's easier to follow here is what you asked.. "How do you think those folks who ONCE WERE practicing drunkenness, adultery, deception, thievery, sorcery, and idolatry differed in behavior from the lost guys that ARE NOW practicing drunkenness, adultery, deception, thievery, sorcery, and idolatry? :-)" My answer was of course no. When someone who ONCE practiced a particular sin practiced it, his behavior did not differ from the one who NOW practices it. They were both practicing the same sin. Had you asked if the behavior differs NOW, for the one who ONCE practiced it (referring to the saved) then the answer would be yes. Their behavior is different. The unsaved is continuing in sin while the saved is no longer continuing in the sin. If I sound thouroughly confused at this point perhapse I am. I'm not sure why you asked the question and not sure why you didn't answer my question in response. I appreciate the link and will follow up with it later... for now I have a long list of honey-doe's that starts with the garage and ends somewhere in the back yard. Jeff |
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178 | how can we minister to homosexuals | Bible general Archive 4 | jlhetrick | 209614 | ||
Well Doc, thanks for your concern brother, however, pretending not to understand what I have said in order to get me to say it the way you think it should be said isn't helpful; at least it isn't helpful to me. My worry certainly was about being judgmental. And it was about being too jugemental. In other words... too judgmental that we would in fact be sinful (which I have plainly laid out) and too judgmental that we would not think it necessary to witness to any individual and/or group. I can't think of a more doctrinally precise way of saying anything than to let the Scriptures say if for me as I have done well here. Thanks, Jeff |
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179 | Obey Father and Mother | Bible general Archive 4 | jlhetrick | 209547 | ||
Dear Grace- God bless you and give you peace, I pray, in your parenting struggles. As a father of 4 and grandfather of two, I know how difficult the struggle can be at times. The forum, however, is ill-equipped to give parenting advise or really even begin to address anyones personal issues. The Church, of course, does have that responsibility and function, but it needs to be a function of the local church with people know you and more about your situation. You may or may not be terribly surprised at the potentially wild, outrageous, and poorly judged advise you might get from some on this or any forum. God bless, and I encourage you to seek local support. Jeff |
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180 | dispensaionalism bad doctrine | Bible general Archive 4 | jlhetrick | 209543 | ||
Thanks for the response... sorry for the delay in responding. I'm really busy with work and family this week (like most weeks actually). Please note that in my response I did make sure to point out that I was not accusing you of anyting but wanted to "nip it in the bud" if it had been the case. I would also add that we should always be on guard against false doctrines and teachings while at the same time recognizing that we have to be careful when we call doctrines false, especially when they are held as legitimate doctrine by so many accomplished Christians and scholars. What I mean here is that you have some of it right, I have some things right, the guy down the street has some things right, but neither of us has it all right. That is why we continue in our effort to study and know God daily. When we set off on a "mission" that often means we have our minds made up and then we might become unteachable even to the point of refusing to allow God himself to redirect and correct our doctrine through His word. In other words, our campaign might be one of searching out bits and pieces of Scripture in order to make our case while we ignore things that do not support our position. We see that on this forum daily. Greater men than you and me (and by that I mean men who have commited more time and effort in searching the Scriptures) have studied long and with great sincerity in order to arrive at their dispensational position. If we, in our early, brief time in the word set out to destroy their doctrine we will, almost definately, be made the fool. The rule: Never set out to prove your doctrine by the Word of God. Start with the Word of God to establish your doctrine. Hope this is helpful, Jeff |
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