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181 | mans max life in years 120 | Amos 1:1 | kalos | 182618 | ||
Welcome to the Forum, sir! Genesis 6:3 does not say man's days are limited to 120 years. This is what it says: Genesis 6:3 NET BIBLE So the Lord said, “My spirit will not remain in mankind indefinitely since they are mortal. They will remain for one hundred and twenty more years.”[11] 11 Translators' Note. Heb “his days will be one hundred and twenty years.” Some interpret this to mean that the age expectancy of people from this point on would be one hundred twenty, but neither the subsequent narrative nor reality favors this. It is more likely that this refers to the time remaining between this announcement of judgment and the coming of the flood. (www.bible.org/netbible/index.htm ) As for the days of our life, they contain seventy years, Or if due to strength, eighty years, (NASB Psalm 90:10a) Grace to you, John |
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182 | There is neither Jew nor Greek | Gal 3:29 | kalos | 182570 | ||
Who are the elect? Is it the Jews only or is it all believers, Jews and Gentiles alike? A Messianic believer recently told me that when the Bible speaks of "the elect" it is speaking of the Jews only. I disagree, but I need help in explaining to him why I disagree. Can anyone provide me with Bible-based information I could use to show him that the Bible term "the elect" does not apply solely to Jews? (I use the term "the Jews" instead of "Israel" because, according to my friend, it isn't even Israel who are the elect. According to him, it is only the Jews (narrowly defined by him as those who are descednants of the tribe of Judah) that are the elect.) I'm asking for this information not for the purpose of winning an argument. I merely want to be able to show my friend the truth of the matter. Whether he accepts it is up to him. Any factual, biblical information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance. Grace to you, John * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Galatians 3:26-29 NASB For you are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus. For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free man, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus. And if you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham's descendants, heirs according to promise. |
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183 | which is more correct desription ? | Is 53:1 | kalos | 182530 | ||
Hank, I agree with your recommendations for the best Bible translations, including the Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB). In my opinion the HCSB is an excellent and trustworthy translation. It has been said of it that it is more readable than the NASB and more literal than the NIV. In the HCSB where the literal translation is not in the text itself, it is usually in the footnotes, giving the reader the best of both worlds (in my opinion). Also, I believe the alleged lack of clarity (the "unreadability") , woodenness, awkwardness and unsuitability for public reading of the New American Standard Bible has been GREATLY exaggerated. It is much ado about nothing. Grace to you, John * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock. Psalm 27:5 (KJV) For He will conceal me in His shelter in the day of adversity; He will hide me under the cover of His tent; He will set me high on a rock. Psalm 27:5 Holman Christian Standard Bible |
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184 | seeking info on the laying on of hands | Gal 5:22 | kalos | 182513 | ||
Is being slain in the Spirit biblical? 'Answer: No, being slain in the Spirit is not biblical. Those who practice "slaying in the Spirit" do use Bible passages that talk about people becoming "as dead" (Revelation 1:17) or of falling upon their face (Ezekiel 1:28; Daniel 8:17-18; Daniel 10:7-9). However, there are a number of contrasts between this biblical "falling on one's face" and the unbiblical practice of "being slain in the Spirit." '1. The biblical falling down was a result of a person's reaction to what he saw in a vision or that was beyond ordinary happenings, such as at the transfiguration of Christ (Matthew 17:6). In the unbiblical practice of "being slain," the person responds to another’s "touch" or to the motion of the speaker's arm. '2. The biblical instances were few and far between, such that they occurred only rarely in the lives of but a few. In the "being slain" phenomenon, falling down is a weekly event in their churches and an experience that happens to many. '3. In the biblical instances, the people fall upon their face in awe at either what they see or Who they see. In the "being slain" counterfeit, they fall backwards, either in response to the wave of the speaker's arm or as a result of a church leader's touch (or push in some cases). 'We are not claiming that all examples of being "slain in the Spirit" are fakes or responses to a touch or push. Many people experience an energy or a force that causes them to fall back. We find no Biblical basis for this. Yes, there may be some energy or force involved, but if so, it is very likely not of God and not the result of the working of the Holy Spirit. 'It is unfortunate that people look to such bizarre counterfeits that produce no spiritual fruit rather than pursuing the practical fruit which the Spirit gives us for the purpose of glorifying Christ with our lives (Galatians 5:22-23). Being filled with the Spirit is not evidenced by such counterfeits but by a life that overflows with the Word of God such that the Word spills over in spiritual songs and thanksgiving to God. May Ephesians 5:18-20 and Galatians 5:22-23 so picture our lives!' ____________________ www.gotquestions.org/Spirit-slain.html * * * * * * * * * * * * * For the time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. 2 Tim 4:3a NIV |
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185 | Can the Holy Spirit's anoiting be increa | 2 Cor 1:21 | kalos | 182495 | ||
You have an anointing... "You [referring to all believers] have an anointing from the Holy One" (1 John 2:20, NIV). The verse says, "You HAVE (present tense) an anointing". (Emphasis added.) "Touch not mine anointed" (Psalm 105:15) (Source: www.equip.org) 'Advocates [of authoritarian rule or unconditional authority for certain preachers and evangelists] assume that Scripture supports their view. Their key biblical proof text is Psalm 105:15: "Touch not mine anointed, and do my prophets no harm" (KJV). But a close examination of this passage reveals that it has nothing to do with challenging the teachings of church leaders. 'It first needs to be noted that the Old Testament phrase "the Lord's anointed" is typically used to refer to the kings of Israel (1 Sam. 12:3, 5; 24:6, 10; 26:9, 11, 16, 23; 2 Sam. 1:14, 16; 19:21; Ps. 20:6; Lam. 4:20), at times specifically to the royal line descended from David (Pss. 2:2; 18:50; 89:38, 51), and not to prophets and teachers. While the text does also mention prophets, in the context of Psalm 105 the reference is undoubtedly to the patriarchs in general (vv. 8-15; cf. 1 Chron. 16:15-22), and to Abraham (whom God called a prophet) in particular (Gen. 20:7). It is therefore debatable whether this passage can be applied to select leaders within the body of Christ. 'Even if the text can be applied to certain church leaders today, in the context of this passage the words "touch" and "do harm" have to do with inflicting physical harm upon someone. Psalm 105:15 is therefore wholly irrelevant to the issue of questioning the teachings of any of God's "anointed." (...) 'Finally, if any individual Christian is to be considered anointed, then so every Christian must be as well. For this is the only sense in which the term is used (apart from Christ) in the New Testament: "You [referring to all believers] have an anointing from the Holy One" (1 John 2:20, NIV). Thus, no believer can justifiably claim any special status as God's "untouchable anointed" over other believers.' Source: www.equip.org * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock. Psalm 27:5 |
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186 | a chariot coming down from the sky ? | Bible general Archive 3 | kalos | 182475 | ||
'The Bible gives us no reason to believe that there is life elsewhere in the universe. In fact, the Bible gives us several key reasons why there cannot be. Yes, there are many strange and unexplainable things that take place. There is no reason, though, to attribute these phenomena to aliens or UFOs. If there is a discernable cause to these supposed events, it is likely spiritual, and more specifically, demonic in origin.' To read more go to: www.gotquestions.org/aliens-UFOs.html * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock. Psalm 27:5 |
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187 | relationship between "all these things" | Bible general Archive 3 | kalos | 182444 | ||
Correction. What is your question? 'Relationship between "all these things" and "all things"' is not a question. Grace to you, John |
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188 | relationship between "all these things" | Bible general Archive 3 | kalos | 182443 | ||
What is your question? 'Relationship between "all these things" and "all things" is not a question.' Grace to you, John |
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189 | Did Moses studder or have a speach prob | Ex 6:12 | kalos | 182417 | ||
Barach, Some common speech disorders are stuttering, cluttering, articulation disorders, lisping, apraxia (dyspraxia). For explanations of these terms, go to: www.kidshealth.org/teen/diseases_conditions/sight/speech_disorders.html Grace and peace, John * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock. Psalm 27:5 |
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190 | do we choose how long we live | Ps 90:10 | kalos | 182415 | ||
No, we do not choose how long we live. And no, the Bible doesn't say that if you die before 70, then it wasn't God's will. That's sheer nonsense. Also, I would like to know what passage of Scripture (book, chapter and verse) could possibly be interpreted to mean such a thing? For that matter, if it were true that if you die before 70 it wasn't God's will, then Jesus, Stephen, James and many more apostles and prophets were not in harmony with the will of God. Further, if God wills (decrees) that a thing be done, it shall be done. I hope we don't hear any more about the sovereignty of man or the sovereignty of Satan. God and God alone is sovereign. Grace and peace, John * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock. Psalm 27:5 |
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191 | Seasons changing, end of time? | Acts 1:7 | kalos | 182397 | ||
Genesis 8:22 NASB "While the earth remains, Seedtime and harvest, And cold and heat, And summer and winter, And day and night Shall not cease." |
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192 | Did Moses studder or have a speach prob | Ex 6:12 | kalos | 182396 | ||
What's my point? Just this: Why do you say Moses was a stutterer, when the Bible doesn't say that? There are other speech problems besides stuttering. Grace to you, John |
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193 | don't just listen to gods word but do | James 1:22 | kalos | 182388 | ||
By faith alone or by faith plus works? 'Question: "Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works?" 'Answer: This is perhaps the most important question in all of Christian theology. This question is the cause of the Reformation - the split between the Protestant church and Catholic church. This question is a key difference between Biblical Christianity and most of the "Christian" cults. Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works? Am I saved just by believing in Jesus, or do I have to believe in Jesus and do certain things? 'The question of faith alone or faith plus works is made difficult by some hard to reconcile Bible passages. Compare Romans 3:28, 5:1 and Galatians 3:24 with James 2:24. Some see a difference between Paul (salvation is by faith alone) and James (salvation is by faith plus works). In reality, Paul and James did not disagree at all. The only point of disagreement some people claim is over the relationship between faith and works. Paul dogmatically says that justification is by faith alone (Ephesians 2:8-9) while James appears to be saying that justification is by faith plus works. This apparent problem is answered by examining what exactly James is talking about. James is refuting the belief that a person can have faith without producing any good works (James 2:17-18). James is emphasizing the point that genuine faith in Christ will produce a changed life and good works (James 2:20-26). James is not saying that justification is by faith plus works, but rather that a person who is truly justified by faith will have good works in his life. If a person claims to be a believer, but has no good works in his life – then he likely does not have genuine faith in Christ (James 2:14, 17, 20, 26). 'Paul says the same thing in his writings. The good fruit believers should have in their life is listed in Galatians 5:22-23. Immediately after telling us that we are saved by faith, not works (Ephesians 2:8-9), Paul informs us that we were created to do good works (Ephesians 2:10). Paul expects just as much of a changed life as James does, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come” (2 Corinthians 5:17)! James and Paul do not disagree on their teaching on salvation. They approach the same subject from different perspectives. Paul simply emphasized that justification is by faith alone while James put emphasis on the fact that faith in Christ produces good works.' ____________________ www.gotquestions.org/salvation-faith-alone.html |
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194 | Did Moses studder or have a speach prob | Ex 6:12 | kalos | 182385 | ||
In what verse does the Bible say that Moses was a stutterer? | ||||||
195 | "Not length, but strength" | Matt 14:30 | kalos | 182357 | ||
Beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me. - Matthew 14:30 "Short prayers are long enough. There were but three words in the petition which Peter gasped out, but they were sufficient for his purpose. Not length but strength is desirable. A sense of need is a mighty teacher of brevity. If our prayers had less of the tail feathers of pride and more wing they would be all the better. Verbiage is to devotion as chaff to the wheat. Precious things lie in small compass, and all that is real prayer in many a long address might have been uttered in a petition as short as that of Peter." --Charles Spurgeon But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him. Matthew 6:7-8 |
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196 | may eat and not die | John 6:50 | kalos | 182352 | ||
Machaira, Welcome to the forum! Thank you for providing scripturally sound answers to questions posted here. It's a pleasure to have you on board. Grace and peace, John |
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197 | Have You Ever Been Alone With God? | Mark 4:10 | kalos | 182336 | ||
My Utmost for His Highest Have You Ever Been Alone With God? "When He was alone the twelve … asked of Him …" Mark 4:10 'His Solitude with Us. When God gets us alone by affliction, heartbreak, or temptation, by disappointment, sickness, or by thwarted affection, by a broken friendship, or by a new fnendship - when He gets us absolutely alone, and we are dumbfounded, and cannot ask one question, then He begins to expound...' To read more go to: www.studylight.org/devos/utm/index.cgi Taken from 'My Utmost for His Highest', by Oswald Chambers. © l935 by Dodd Mead and Co., renewed © 1963 by the Oswald Chambers Publications Assn., Ltd. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock. Psalm 27:5 |
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198 | What does Paul' s | Rom 1:1 | kalos | 182331 | ||
Question: Why did Paul write Romans? Answer: 'Purpose 'Paul’s purposes for writing this letter were varied: '1. He wrote to prepare the way for his coming visit to Rome and his proposed mission to Spain (1:10–15; 15:22–29). '2. He wrote to present the basic system of salvation to a church that had not received the teaching of an apostle before. '3. He sought to explain the relationship between Jew and Gentile in God’s overall plan of redemption. The Jewish Christians were being rejected by the larger Gentile group in the church (see 14:1 and note) because the Jewish believers still felt constrained to observe dietary laws and sacred days (14:2–6).' ____________________ www.ibs.org/niv/studybible/romans.php#PURPOSE * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock. Psalm 27:5 |
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199 | Better Greek Translation for 2 Thess.? | 2 Thess 2:2 | kalos | 182271 | ||
A New Testament Greek manuscript that is older is not necessarily better. John |
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200 | Was human propogation incestuous? | Bible general Archive 3 | kalos | 182205 | ||
The Incest Question 'Henry Morris, the creation scientist, has calculated that by Cain's death the earth must have been populated by a minimum of 120,000 people, nevertheless somebody had to start the ball rolling by marrying a sister in a bible-literal schema. 'This was neither a genetic problem in early generations before most genetic variations had set in nor a moral one for it was not made unlawful till Moses' day to marry a sister. Leviticus 18:6-20:27 and its codes against incest date from two and a half millennia later...' TO READ MORE, which I suggest you do, go to: 'Difficult Sayings' by Jonathan Went (http://studylight.org/col/ds/index.cgi) Grace to you, John * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * The secret things belong unto the LORD our God: but those things which are revealed belong unto us and to our children for ever, that we may do all the words of this law. Deuteronomy 29:29 (KJV) |
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