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1921 | Once saved, aways saved doctrine refuted | Matt 10:1 | BradK | 53926 | ||
Dear Grace and Truth, I'm not quite sure that your brief refutation of "Once saved, always saved" stands up to scrutiny. Could you provide some further clarification, perhaps? You state that"Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve apostles, who had the Spirit of God, yet lost his soul". On what scriptural basis would you conclude he had the Spirit of God? I believe he had the spirit of the world, but the "Spirit of God" would be highly questionable.(1 Cor. 2:12) From scripture alone I don't know that we could draw that inference. Certainly the Apostle Johns' description in 1 Jn. 2:19 seems to fit Judas more aptly. Was he really a believer? I do not believe he was from a SCRIPTURAL basis.( Ananias and Sapphira would also fit into this category) Further, Johns warning in 1 Jn. 4:1-6 (to test the spirits) would seem to provide a pretty good framework for ascertaining whether one was truly a believer or not. (ultimately, only God knows the heart-Jer.17:9-10) Lastly, we do enter in a debatable matter regarding Eternal Security. I as see it eternal life is either that or God is the author of confusion. Eternal cannot be temporal! Both Eph. 2:8-9 and Titus 3:5 are very clear that we are not saved based upon our good works! Are we to conclude that our salvation is based upon faith, but our standing is based upon our works? Paul refutes this very soundly in Galatians 3:1-3. Also, how would you deal with John 10:28-30? Respectfully Yours In Christ, Bradk |
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1922 | Is baptism necessary for salvation? | Acts 10:48 | BradK | 53914 | ||
Hank, I echo your thoughts and sentiments regarding this subject. Forum:Can we move on and "just agree to disagree?". Part of spiritual maturity is just that. As Romans 14:1 says,"Him that is weak in the faith receive ye, but not to doubtful disputations". (KJV) One final remark: Is this not a Bible STUDY Forum vs.a Bible DEBATE Forum? Lets keep the spirit of discussion and learning on a positive note. Speaking the Truth In Love, Bradk |
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1923 | rock foundation | Matt 7:24 | BradK | 53819 | ||
Hank, I appreciate your wise self-observation. As Proverbs 19:20 says, "listen to counsel and receive instruction, that you may be wise in your latter days". If we are honest with ourselves, we'll have to agree that we are all ignorant in Gods' sight. The first step toward wisdom is to realize we need to seek it (Prov.1). Biblically, it appears that wisdom is aquired over time. We don't inherently possess it. I believe that's why Paul exhorted us,"Do not be wise in your own estimation".(Rom.12:16) Thanks for speaking the truth in love. Yours In Christ, BradK |
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1924 | Ten commandments should be obeyed . | 1 John 2:4 | BradK | 53794 | ||
Reasnerm, I agree with you. Thanks for the clarification. We're dealing with the issue of Sanctification, or what I call "how to live Godly in Christ Jesus". In other words, what is my motivation to live a godly life? I believe you referred to it in an earlier post, Titus 2:11-12. I believe this to be one of the single best examples in scripture of what a believers motivation should be: Gods' Grace!(cf 1 Cor.15:10) Obviously Paul deals with the "cheap grace" issue in Rom. 6- grace IS NOT a license to sin. From my understanding of scripture, it becomes an issue of "yielding" to the Spirit. How do we do this? We could look at a number of verses, Gal. 5:16, Col.2:6,3:12-14,Rom.13:14, 2 Cor 5:7, that deal with the new man. Our goal is to daily appropriate His help and blessing by faith. We are exhorted to be: "filled with the Spirit" Eph. 5:18 "filled with the fruits of righteousness" Ph. 1:11 "filled with the knowledge of His will" Col.1:9 "filled with the fulness of God" Eph. 3:19 Yours In Christ, BradK |
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1925 | Ten commandments should be obeyed . | 1 John 2:4 | BradK | 53715 | ||
Dear reasnerm, Could you clarify your response regarding the 10 Commandments, specifically where you say" they have been added to"? I'm not sure I follow. Jesus most definitely intensifies the law in the Sermon on the Mount to show that it was not the letter of the law that mattered, but what was in their hearts.The Apostle Paul reaffirms Christs'command to love your neighbor in Gal 5:14, yet he also states prior that "all the law is fulfilled in this".(Matt.22:36-40) Also, how do we reconcile with Gal.3:23-24, Rom 6:14,10:4, and Heb.10:1-4? Yours In Christ, BradK |
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1926 | is there gender in the spirit? | Bible general Archive 1 | BradK | 52824 | ||
Hi Nathaniel, The Spirit is described in personal terms grammatically. The Greek word for Spirit(pneuma) is nueter in gender(which means it's neither male nor female). However, the Bible uses masculine pronouns(He, Him) to refer to the Spirit(Jn 16:13-14, 15:26; 16:7-8). See also, John 14:26 and Rom.8:26,29 where we see the Spirit act in personal ways. I hope this helps. Yours In Christ, BradK |
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1927 | What is "the anointing"? | 1 John 2:20 | BradK | 52671 | ||
Hi Mike, I believe that the NT "anointing" is best explained by 2 Cor. 1:21.(also 1 Jn.2:20,27) Note that it is God who anointed us in Christ and gave(sealed) us the Holy Spirit (vs. 22). This anointing is one time just as it was for the OT Levitical priest(Lev. 4:5). I can find no scriptural basis for a "second" or further anointing as some may teach. It might be of interest to note the usage of 2 different Greek words with reference to anointing. The usage of chrio (Strongs 5548) is found in Lk.4:18,Acts 4:27,10:38,and Heb 1:9. It is always used in connection with the Holy Spirit in these verses. The word aleipho (Strongs 218b)is used in Luke 7:46 and John 11:2,12:3. Its reference here is in connection with being annointed with oil, etc. Yours In Christ, BradK |
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1928 | Authorized name vs. Unauthorized? | Matt 16:18 | BradK | 52251 | ||
Hi Steve and Forum, Well said and long overdue! Enough is Enough!!! This Forum is better served by uplifting, encouraging, and edifying dialouge. The apostle Paul spoke directly to this type of situation in Titus 3:9-11. (Reject a factious man after a first and second warning). Yours in Christ, BradK |
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1929 | What is the answer to doctrinal debates? | 1 John 3:2 | BradK | 52232 | ||
Hi John, I would whole-heartedly agree with you. We MUST NOT substitute unity at the price of sound doctrine. There is a definite tendancy toward this, that we must be careful and guard against. I believe Paul addresses such an issue in 2 Timothy 4. I am always wary of the ecumenical movement for this reason. Yours In Christ, BradK |
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1930 | What is the answer to doctrinal debates? | 1 John 3:2 | BradK | 52221 | ||
Yes,God's Word is settled in heaven(Ps.119:89). However, this side of eternity we will have to contend with doctrinal disagreements. I would seek the Unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace (Eph.4:3). Also, we as believers should strive for the imperative put forth in Col.3:12-16. Disagreements are part of life, it's how we chose to handle them that reveal our character. Yours In Christ, BradK |
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1931 | Mark 16:16 what does it say? | Bible general Archive 1 | BradK | 51182 | ||
Hank, Very well said and a HEARTY amen!Let's strive for Eph.4:2-3. Yours In Christ, BradK |
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1932 | Should women be allowed to preach? | Galatians | BradK | 50089 | ||
Dear Sistet007, What is your SCRIPTURAL basis for backing up what you state? You are ignoring the context to simply imply that because Jesus "sent" Mary (Jn.20:17) that this is proof of Him "okaying" women to preach. The context does NOT support this. It is dealing with His appearance to Mary, not establishing the qualifications for pastors and teachers. Mere opinion does not prove the veracity of such speculation! This has been dealt with before, but I might suggest you read and study 1 Tim.2:11-3:13, Titus 1:5-9. Abiding in Him, BradK |
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1933 | when do I spake in tounges | Acts | BradK | 49115 | ||
Dear Jesus is God, I've been a follower of the Forum since its' inception and only recently a participant. I believe I speak for many when I say we would all be better served by limiting personal agendas when coming to this Forum.In essentials we should have unity, but liberty in disputable matters(Rom. 14:1). We all have our doctrinal biases if we're honest, yet I'm not here to promote mine. With that said lets look at 1 Cor. 13. Paul prefaces this in 12:31 when he says "And now I will show you a more excellent way". He then goes into the beautiful treatise on LOVE. The focal point on Chap. 13 is LOVE, not the gifts! He concludes in vs 13,"And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the GREATER (comparative) of these is LOVE. Brother, I'll ask you, do you have the gift of love? If we love one another we'll be tolerant of others views in the NON-ESSENTIALS (cf vs.1). Finally, I'll respond to your assumption that "you can't back what you say..." My friend there are sound exegetical principles that guide interpretation. They must be followed for us to have a Biblically-based, coherent theology. It is not my intention to debate the sign gifts with you. This falls into the category of non-essentials as far as I'm concerned. We'll never resolve it until we are with the Lord. With regards to 1 Cor. 13:8 there was no attempt on my part to "bed it to make life easy"(did you mean bend?) I merely quoted a verse that plainly states what you deny it does!? If it doesn't say what it says, what does it mean? God is not the author of confusion! (Rom. 14:33) You may want to consult AT Robertson, Word Pictures in the NT as a source for 1 Cor. 13:8-10. He is a recognized and renown Greek scholar.Also, in 1 Cor. 12:29-30 the rules of Greek grammar demand a negative answer. It is clear from SCRIPTURE that we DO NOT all have the gift of tongues. Further, the "perfect" in vs. 10 is a nueter-noun. It must agree in gender. Jesus is masculine so you have a problem on this debatable verse. Paul again says in vs 31 "But earnestly desire the greater gift. And I show you a still more excellent way". What is that way? Tongues or love? Enough said, time to move on. Abiding in Him, Bradk |
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1934 | when do I spake in tounges | Acts | BradK | 49056 | ||
Jesus is God, Again I must ask,"where is your BIBLICAL basis for the assertion that Tongues were never done away with?" in Corinthians. I'm not attempting to debate the issue of tongues or not, but rather "what saith the scripture?" (Rom.4:3)Paul clearly states in 1 Cor. 13:8 that tongues will cease! The literal translation is- they will cease "in and of themselves". How do you deal with this? We can debate whether this has happened or not ( I personally believe it has) but SCRIPTURE contradicts your rather bold statement. Please don't go beyond what is written! (1 Cor. 4:6) BradK |
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1935 | hoyy spirit bap. evidence tounges? | Acts | BradK | 49018 | ||
Jesus is God, My friend, the burden of proof is on you when you ask,"show me one place where one person in the bible did not talk in tongues". While your enthusiasm for tongues is evident, your conjecture is not supported by SCRIPTURE! You cannot argue from the silence of scripture. You would do well to heed the words in 2 Tim.2:15- STUDY to show yourself approved unto God...Also, 1 Cor. 13:8 must be dealt with, along with the fact that Paul says in Verse 13(1 Cor.)"These three remain:faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love. Why only three and not six? Rom. 14:1 says,Accept him whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on disputable matters. Abiding in Him, BradK |
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