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181 | What happen with Eve and the Serpant | Gen 3:1 | jlhetrick | 187452 | ||
Hello restored, Welcome to the Forum! Begin reading in Chapter 3. What's to be known will be found there. No use speculating beyond that; end the end, speculation answers nothing. God bless, Jeff |
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182 | What was God thinking "before?" | Is 43:7 | jlhetrick | 187419 | ||
Hello Psalm 25, My response to DLA was not intended to suggest anything about your post or your position, nor Doc’s for that matter. I was simply adding a direct response regarding what I believed DLA’s question to be asking. That’s why I started my statement with “in addition to what Doc and Psalm 25 have offered…”. But sense you ask, I have to say I have done much more than “wonder” about the topic. In fact, I have spent a fair share of my personal bible study time trying to understand it all. The conclusion I have come to is that the depth of detail is hidden, that is, has not been revealed. I believe God when He says Isa 55:9 (ESV) “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” And I’m not simply and conveniently quoting a verse as an excuse. You see P25, I really have reached a point where I am convinced of one thing; that I will not reach some new conclusion on matters that men of history and those of today that were blessed with the calling to study and teach/preach God’s word full time have not reached. Yes, there may be a new application of truth to address my individual and even potentially unique circumstance. Not though a new truth or a new revelation of truth that God kept hidden until the time He chose to reveal it to me a couple thousand years after He had delivered His word to man in full. I study that God will reveal new the truth of His word to me; not that he will reveal new truth of His word to me. I must approach it in this manner lest I be found to be one of which Paul sternly warned about: 2 Corinthians 11:1-4 (NASB95) 11:1 I wish that you would bear with me in a little foolishness; but indeed you are bearing with me. 2 For I am jealous for you with a godly jealousy; for I betrothed you to one husband, so that to Christ I might present you as a pure virgin. 3 But I am afraid that, as the serpent deceived Eve by his craftiness, your minds will be led astray from the simplicity and purity of devotion to Christ. 4 For if one comes and preaches another Jesus whom we have not preached, or you receive a different spirit which you have not received, or a different gospel which you have not accepted, you bear this beautifully. Please don’t misunderstand me friend. I don’t pretend to have mastered the approach, but there are certain points of doctrine that no longer cause me undue stress; Election, Predestination, Foreknowledge offered as examples. Finally, I believe that speculating and even face-to-face discussions on these issues are not only important, but edifying. At the same time, I have concluded that they offer no benefit to the Forum considering it’s limitations. God bless, Jeff |
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183 | Are we something before we were somethin | Is 43:7 | jlhetrick | 187408 | ||
Hello DLA, Welcome to the Forum! In addition to what Doc and Psalm 25 have offered, let me add one additional point that I feel might underlie your question at least in part. The Scriptures clearly teach that nothing and no one is eternal except God Himself. John 1:1-3 (ESV) 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. In other words, we humans have not always existed as a soul or any other form prior to our being created; neither do I find in Scripture that God created us in spirit and then had us hang around a while, somewhere- anywhere, before joining us to a body. Hope this helps, Jeff |
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184 | what is the true sabbath day by man. | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 186959 | ||
Hello grey, Welcome to the Forum :) Some say Saturday, some say Sunday. I don’t believe it matters. Here is what the Nelson’s Illustrated Bible Dictionary says in part. SABBATH Historically, Christians of this persuasion usually observe Sunday, the first day of the week, as the Christian Sabbath. They note that Christ arose on the first day of the week (Matt 28:1) and, thereafter, the New Testament church regularly worshiped on Sunday (Acts 20:7; 1 Cor 16:2; Rev 1:10). This day on which Jesus arose was called the LORD'S DAY (Rev 1:10). Here is something Jesus had to say about it. Mark 2:23 (ESV) "The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath. Hope this helps, Jeff |
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185 | Mat 21:12 Arrogance or what? on J' part | Matt 21:13 | jlhetrick | 186697 | ||
Hello jbrob, humbledbyhisgrace (Steve) gave an excellent response in my opinion. I would like to add a thought or two if I may. While agreeing with Steve that we can not specifically speak to this particular situation (not knowing the truth of the matter) we can make some observations that might help give food for thought for your "next discussion". Some may disagree, but it is my experience that the Pastors of today have been degraded by the very flocks they were called to shephard in many ways. We hear about it and see it all the time. I personally know of more than one situation where the Pastor has been literally ousted for telling the truth. Of course, the truth is often hard to swallow and may hurt more than a little; therefore, we can only tolerate a small portion of it. We can't have our pastors out there telling it like it is too often; too many may tuck tail and run; where? Well down the road of course, to the church on the corner which makes them feel warm and fuzzy and really normal in spite of their unconfessed and unrepented sin. I believe a careful study of our Lord will reveal a man and a God who is somewhat different from the soft-spoken, gentle little passive persona that Hollywood has portrayed. While many in the church today would not tolerate the turning over of the money-changer's tables, neither would they tolerate the brood being labeled as vipers I suspect. While we are considering these things lets not forget to offer thanksgiving and prayer for those our Father has called to shephard us. With that said, I offer a public greeting and heartfealt thanks to all readers who are pastors and who suffer the whims and whinings of us your flock. It's no wonder so many have fled the pulpit. Thank you who have stayed true to the calling. Food for thought, Jeff |
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186 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 186696 | ||
I agree with Steve that there is no "requirement" to study Calvin, Arminius or any other specific uninspired writings. With that said, let me add that there is plenty of "reason" to study them. God has given some as teachers (see 1Corinthians)-why? Eph 4:12-15. So if the point is to be made that being alone with the Scriptures is sufficient to fulfill God's purpose for the Church, then the point is far from being on target. God has given teachers for the reason set forth in Scripture. So to attempt to down-grade or in any way insinuate that there is no benefit from learning from them is simply contrary to God's plan for the Church as revealed in Scripture. And speaking to the question of motivation, know that none will be drawn into a debate on the doctrine of election here on the Forum. If it's the debate your interested in, simply study that between the Calvinist and Arminius points of view. There is far more there by minds greater than yours and mine that further illustrates there is no need for us to take it up again here. God bless, Jeff |
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187 | ... | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 186571 | ||
Freedom.., I'm sorry that you have had such tragic circumstances in your life. Unfortunately though, the STUDYBIBLEFORUM is not the place to confront those terrible issues as it is not, nor are the members, equipped to provide counseling here. Please limit your participation to the study of Scripture whether asking a question or answering one. It might be helpful to go back and read the Terms of Use and About the Forum. These will help guide you in what is and what is not appropriate to post. Most certainly it is not appropriate to post first and last names of individuals with accusation (true or not). This is absolutely not a gossip forum. There are legal issues to be considered not only for yourself, but also for Lockman which hosts this forum. God bless, Jeff |
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188 | Does God bless a christian in sin? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 186569 | ||
Prayer Warrior, Your first question requires a strong assumption. No one truly knows if another is saved though we might speculate strongly one way or the other. The Scriptures teach that if we are truly saved and sealed by the Spirit of God we will not intentionally, willfully go on sinning (Romans chapter 6 for example). Not sure what you mean by "partakers of the blessing" but if your referring to salvation I start with referring back to my first statement here. If I'm following you, I would say your third question should be answered NO. Before they can be "still partakers" they had to have first BEEN partakers. If you are referring to salvation, and then answer that yes, they are still partakers, then no, this argument wouldn't support that salvation results from works. On the other hand, if we were to argue that they were saved but are no longer saved as a result of their sins you described, that would be an argument that salvation is a result of works. The logic follows that if there is a work I can do to "undo" my salvation, there is a work I can do to "redo" my salvation. We don't find such a teaching anywhere in Scripture. (John 10:28-29 for example). Hope this helps, Jeff |
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189 | Was the here before, and was destroyed? | OT general | jlhetrick | 186566 | ||
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190 | Why do some believe while others do not? | NT general Archive 1 | jlhetrick | 185806 | ||
Hello hobbs, As you likely know, this question will likely move quickly to a debate of the doctrine of election which the forum already contains numerous posts on and need not be repeated needlessly. I'm not sure I agree with your statement that "most American evangelicals believe that one is free to believe the Gospel or not...." but without stats it's not a provable point anyway. If you do have stats to support that statement those would be interesting to see. In any case, because the doctrine of election has been one of personal struggle for me to grasp, I have relied on a couple of simple, straightforward statements in Scripture. John 14:3 KJV 6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. John 6:44-45 ESV 44 No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him. And I will raise him up on the last day. 45 It is written in the Prophets, 'And they will all be taught by God.' Everyone who has heard and learned from the Father comes to me. Who can come to the Father unless through Christ? No one according to Scripture. Who can come to Christ unless he is drawn by the Father? No one according to Scripture. Who can resist God if he/she is called by God? Perhaps the meat of your question. My belief as I understand the Scriptures is that no one can or in any case, no one will; "Everyone who has heard and learned from the Father comes to me." Ephesians 2:8 (ASV) 2:8 for by grace have ye been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; Any faith that is a product of my free will to believe is not a saving faith as I understand Scripture; but only that faith which is "the gift of God" is a true saving faith (lest it be called my own work). It's true that Scripture says that "...whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." (John 3:16); but it also says that whosoever believes does so through the faith that has been given by God "as a gift". I believe that Scripture teaches that God's act of creating men was very deliberate. I also believe that His act of saving some is very clearly, just as deliberate. Hope this helps. God bless, Jeff |
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191 | what mother was demoted and why? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 185721 | ||
And you can see how your email will start to get flooded in the same way the Forum Home Page does. Hello Barbara, Welcome to the Forum. May I request that you explore the terms of use and consider them sincerely. Please help the rest of us keep the Forum a place for serious bible study. I believe the other regulars will agree that none of us want to see it become a place of random bible trivia questions and answers. It's customary to limit oneself to asking a single, serious question at a time. You will find that you will be plenty busy following and participating in the discussion that might follow. Sincerely and God bless, Jeff |
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192 | parents of first twins | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 185719 | ||
Hello Barbara, Welcome to the Forum. May I request that you explore the terms of use and consider them sincerely. Please help the rest of us keep the Forum a place for serious bible study. I believe the other regulars will agree that none of us want to see it become a place of random bible trivia questions and answers. It's customary to limit oneself to asking a single, serious question at a time. You will find that you will be plenty busy following and participating in the discussion that might follow. Sincerely and God bless, Jeff |
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193 | what king was kidnapped as an infant? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 185717 | ||
Hello Barbara, Welcome to the Forum. May I request that you explore the terms of use and consider them sincerely. Please help the rest of us keep the Forum a place for serious bible study. I believe the other regulars will agree that none of us want to see it become a place of random bible trivia questions and answers. It's customary to limit oneself to asking a single, serious question at a time. You will find that you will be plenty busy following and participating in the discussion that might follow. Sincerely and God bless, Jeff |
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194 | what father had 71 sons? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 185715 | ||
Hello Barbara, Welcome to the Forum. May I request that you explore the terms of use and consider them sincerely. Please help the rest of us keep the Forum a place for serious bible study. I believe the other regulars will agree that none of us want to see it become a place of random bible trivia questions and answers. It's customary to limit oneself to asking a single, serious question at a time. You will find that you will be plenty busy following and participating in the discussion that might follow. Sincerely and God bless, Jeff |
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195 | what is palm sunday all about? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 185704 | ||
Here's a start; taken from the Dictionary of Christianity in America. PALM SUNDAY Palm Sunday. The Sunday before Easter, celebrating Christ's entry into Jerusalem. A procession with palm branches down the Mount of Olives is reported at Jerusalem for this day in A.D. 383 by the pilgrim Egeria, and the custom spread slowly from there to Spain, Gaul and eventually Rome. In many Western churches this same Sunday is also known as Passion Sunday, the Gospel for the day being the Passion according to Matthew, Mark or Luke in the three years of the triennial lectionary. The preliminary palm liturgy includes the account of the entry into Jerusalem from the same Gospel, and is followed by a procession with palm branches and the singing of traditional hymns. In America today the palm liturgy is sometimes celebrated ecumenically at a single location, the members of the participating congregations processing to their several churches for the more restricted celebration of Eucharist. Orthodox churches celebrate only Christ's entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, beginning the week of the Passion on Monday. BIBLIOGRAPHY. J. G. Davies, Holy Week: A Short History (1963). T.J. Talley (from Dictionary of Christianity in America, edited by Daniel G. Reid, Robert D. Linder, Bruce L. Shelley and Harry S. Stout. © 1990 by InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA; published by InterVarsity Press. All rights reserved.) PS. If your turning in your work be sure to site cite the source. God bless, Jeff |
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196 | could someone explain matthew 21 to 9? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 185702 | ||
Hello Klick 3, Welcome to the Forum. See verses 4 and 5 God bless, Jeff |
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198 | Without a bible,can we worship god. | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 185685 | ||
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199 | Without a bible,can we worship god. | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 185681 | ||
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