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201 | any verses show ethical business profit? | Bible general Archive 4 | Wild Olive Shoot | 200764 | ||
The following from Luke should have accompanied v16. My apolgies. Luke 12:15 And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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202 | any verses show ethical business profit? | Bible general Archive 4 | Wild Olive Shoot | 200763 | ||
Dear heseeshisson, I’m not so sure that you will get an answer that will be satisfactory to you. What you’re asking as it seems to me, is for direction from God’s Word on how to conduct your business, specifically with pricing merchandise. I don’t know that His Word covers such a subject but He does inform us of principles and virtues that are indicative of His own, showing all who look upon our dealings, business, personal or otherwise, that we belong to Him. These should be utilized when establishing how to conduct your business as well as with whom to conduct it and what product or service you will be marketing. The whole of God’s counsel should be taken into consideration, so to pinpoint a specific verse would be difficult I think. With that in mind however, please consider the following to be some really sound advice: Proverbs 23:4 Labour not to be rich: cease from thine own wisdom. “We must endeavor to live comfortably, and provide for our children and families, according as our rank and condition are, but we must not seek great things. Be not of those that will be rich, that desire it as their chief good and design it as their highest end. Covetous men think it is their wisdom, imagining that if they be rich to such a degree they shall be completely happy. Cease from that wisdom, for it is a mistake; a man's life consists not in the abundance of the things which he possesses. 1. Those that aim at great things fill their hands with business more than they can grasp, so that their life is both a perfect drudgery and a perpetual hurry; but be not thou such a fool; labour not to be rich. What thou hast, or doest, be master of it, and not a slave to it as those that rise up early, sit up late, and eat the bread of carefulness, and all to be rich. Moderate labour, that we may have to give, is our wisdom and duty. Immoderate labour, that we may have to hoard, is our sin and folly. 2. They fill their heads with projects more than they understand, so that their life is a constant toss of care and fear; but do not thou thus vex thyself: Cease from thy own wisdom; go on quietly in the way of thy business, not contriving new ways and setting thy wits to work to find out new inventions. Acquiesce in God's wisdom, and cease from thy own.” – Matthew Henry 1Timothy 6:9 But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition. Luke 12:16 And he spake a parable unto them, saying, The ground of a certain rich man brought forth plentifully: Ephesians 4:28 Let him that stole steal no more: but rather let him labour, working with his hands the thing which is good, that he may have to give to him that needeth. In the end my friend, conduct yourself, your business as a Christian is expected to. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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203 | does this sound familiar? | Bible general Archive 4 | Wild Olive Shoot | 200727 | ||
This does as well: Proverbs 1:28-33: 28 Then shall they call upon me, but I will not answer; they shall seek me early, but they shall not find me: 29 For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD: 30 They would none of my counsel: they despised all my reproof. 31 Therefore shall they eat of the fruit of their own way, and be filled with their own devices. 32 For the turning away of the simple shall slay them, and the prosperity of fools shall destroy them. 33 But whoso hearkeneth unto me shall dwell safely, and shall be quiet from fear of evil. Seems like all five of Gibbon's reasons could be summed up as ungodliness. Romans 1:18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness; Stand in His grace, WOS |
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204 | Is man the founder of religion? | Bible general Archive 4 | Wild Olive Shoot | 200705 | ||
Over the years, mankind has invented many religions. In the simplest of terms, man continues to create new religions at a breakneck pace. A simple definition of religion may be something akin to “a set of beliefs or practices adhered to by an individual or group”. Now, think about that and you can imagine how many manmade religions there are in the world, false religions. There is only one acceptable to God. One that is pure. One that is true. Jamess 1:27 Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, To visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world. “Is this - That is, this enters into it; or this is religion such as God approves. The apostle does not say that this is the whole of religion, or that there is nothing else essential to it; but his general design clearly is, to show that religion will lead to a holy life, and he mentions this as a specimen, or an instance of what it will lead us to do. The things which he specifies here are in fact two: (1) That pure religion will lead to a life of practical benevolence; and, (2) That it will keep us unspotted from the world. If these things are found, they show that there is true piety. If they are not, there is none.” – Albert Barnes See also 1Thessalonians 5:15-23 and Galatians 5:15-23 for some extra support. I’ve heard and read about groups that worshipped fire, wind and earth. Our own Holy Scripture tells of those who worship idols, these are all false religions. Being false and not true and unacceptable to God, where is it you imagine they began? Romans 12:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. Isaiah 44:6 Thus saith the LORD the King of Israel, and his redeemer the LORD of hosts; I am the first, and I am the last; and beside me there is no God. 2Corinthians 1:12 For our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisdom, but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world, and more abundantly to you-ward. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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205 | Two misdemenors committed in the bible. | Rom 6:23 | Wild Olive Shoot | 200596 | ||
Dear faithful08, Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. If the wages of sin is death, and death, by our standards anyhow, is an acceptable sentencing for a felony, then there aren’t any misdemeanors, which by our definition is less than a felony. All sin, any sin, against a holy God is worthy of death. That makes it a capital offense. So in that respect, I don’t see any misdemeanors. However, since society feels it necessary to label some transgressions as less harmful than others, and they may be, on our terms, we bring misdemeanors into play. But you would have to admit that things we deem as a misdemeanor is still a sin. Thus it deserves death, a felony or capital punishment, not necessarily to be carried out by us, but by the one we transgress, God. James 2:10 For whosoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one point, he is guilty of all. Romans 3:23-25: 23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; 24 Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus: 25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God; Romans 5:8-11: 8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. 9 Much more then, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him. 10 For if, when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, being reconciled, we shall be saved by his life. 11 And not only so, but we also joy in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom we have now received the atonement. But by God’s grace, we don’t have to face the death penalty. John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. I probably haven’t answered in the manner you were hoping. And based on the question itself, I’m sure someone has an answer somewhere. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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206 | Passage may say some born cannot be save | 2 Pet 2:9 | Wild Olive Shoot | 200580 | ||
Granny here are a couple that come to mind. Matthew 20:16 So the last shall be first, and the first last: for many be called, but few chosen. Matthew 22:14 For many are called, but few are chosen. They don't acually speak to that subject, but I see how they can be read as such. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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207 | Reconciling Scripture verses. | OT general | Wild Olive Shoot | 200557 | ||
Dear parpar, Not going in depth regarding the rest of your posts on this particular thread… Can I point out that in part, it may be that your understanding of justified may be somewhat off the beaten path, so to speak. I don’t think God justifies because we have done the right thing in accepting his offer of salvation, but rather by imputing the obedience and satisfaction of Jesus Christ unto us. And this not by anything we do, because it requires faith which is a gift from God to begin with. Romans 4:5-8: 5 But to him that worketh not, but believeth on him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness. 6 Even as David also describeth the blessedness of the man, unto whom God imputeth righteousness without works, 7 saying, Blessed are they whose iniquities are forgiven, and whose sins are covered. 8 Blessed is the man to whom the Lord will not impute sin. Ephesians 2:7-9: 7 That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through Christ Jesus. 8 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: 9 Not of works, lest any man should boast. In faith lies the justification. Romans 5:1,2: 1 Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: 2 By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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208 | positive and negative impact of monarchy | Bible general Archive 4 | Wild Olive Shoot | 200489 | ||
booboo, The question is rather vague and I’m assuming the insinuation is to the impact from some biblical perspective or example. That being the case, I dare to say that one positive impact of a monarchy is that you are under the protection of the king. Conversely, you also can fall under his wrath. A few examples I can pull, though there are others I’m sure and probably clearer as well. Romans 13:1-6: 1 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. 2 Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation. 3 For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same: 4 For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil. 5 Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake. 6 For for this cause pay ye tribute also: for they are God's ministers, attending continually upon this very thing. Proverbs 8:15,16: 15 By me kings reign, and princes decree justice. 16 By me princes rule, and nobles, even all the judges of the earth. But these don’t specifically call out types of governments but maybe rather just those in civil authority. I’ve probably posted too much already. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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209 | Where was the spirit of man before conce | Gen 2:7 | Wild Olive Shoot | 200389 | ||
Hello omimotoni, Can you elaborate a bit more as to your understanding of a tripartite being? How do you come to that conclusion? You can enter 150928 in the search box and it will bring up a recent discussion regarding the second part of your post. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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210 | Okay to question faith and the Bible? | 2 Tim 3:16 | Wild Olive Shoot | 200339 | ||
I see Doc gave a more sound answer than I could have. I can add John Gill’s comment on that subject as well if it will lend any support. But really, Doc’s answer seemed to address your question rather well. “but eternal glory is here meant, which is what the apostle had been speaking of in the context; is what the elect are predestinated and called unto; and which their justification gives them a right and title to; and will consist in a likeness to Christ, in communion with him, in an everlasting vision of him, and in a freedom from all that is evil, and in an enjoyment of all that is good; and so the great end of predestinating grace will be answered in them mentioned in the foregoing verse: now this glorification may be said to be already done, with respect to that part of God's elect, who are in heaven, inheriting the promises; and is in some sense true also of that part of them which is on earth, who are called and justified; being made glorious within by the grace of Christ, and arrayed and adorned with the glorious robe of his righteousness; by the one they have a meetness, and by the other a right to eternal glory; of which this grace they have received is the beginning, pledge, and earnest: besides, they are already glorified in Christ, their head and representative, and in the view of God, and with respect to the certainty of it, it being prepared and made ready for them, is in the hands of Christ for them, and is insured to their faith and hope. It is an observation of a Jewish writer (n), "that a thing, "which is decreed to be", is spoken of in the past tense:'' this is the Scripture style concerning things decreed, and such is the glorification of all God's elect.” – John Gill Stand in His grace, WOS |
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211 | Okay to question faith and the Bible? | 2 Tim 3:16 | Wild Olive Shoot | 200320 | ||
Thanks Azure. Nice to be back. Getting my feet wet slowly... a bunch of new names to get familiar with. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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212 | Okay to question faith and the Bible? | 2 Tim 3:16 | Wild Olive Shoot | 200295 | ||
I think the following sums it up pretty well. Romans 8:28-30: 28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. 29 For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren. 30 Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called: and whom he called, them he also justified: and whom he justified, them he also glorified. The Westminster Confession of Faith: Chapter X: Of Effectual Calling I. All those whom God hath predestinated unto life, and those only, He is pleased, in His appointed time, effectually to call, by His Word and Spirit, out of that state of sin and death, in which they are by nature to grace and salvation, by Jesus Christ; enlightening their minds spiritually and savingly to understand the things of God, taking away their heart of stone, and giving unto them an heart of flesh; renewing their wills, and, by His almighty power, determining them to that which is good, and effectually drawing them to Jesus Christ: yet so, as they come most freely, being made willing by His grace. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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213 | How to defend The Trinity sucssfully? | John 1:1 | Wild Olive Shoot | 200270 | ||
hopalong, Maybe the info at this site will help. http://blueletterbible.org/study/cults/rajwd/rajwd11b.html Stand in His grace, WOS |
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214 | I there a book about the hall of souls | Col 3:16 | Wild Olive Shoot | 200265 | ||
Thanks God lover, but it is not a subject I care to invest much time in. Like I said, I was mostly just thinking out loud. Stand in HIs grace, WOS |
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215 | I there a book about the hall of souls | Col 3:16 | Wild Olive Shoot | 200258 | ||
I went back and read the post you noted Doc... Makes one wonder about the individuals who may possibly be clones in the future. Can they create a soul in the lab too? Man's desire to be God... Wasn't there another who wanted the same thing? Just thinking out loud. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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216 | Is it easy for God to forgive? | Matt 6:15 | Wild Olive Shoot | 199968 | ||
Excellent thoughts brother. Thank you much for sharing. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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217 | Is it easy for God to forgive? | Matt 6:15 | Wild Olive Shoot | 199902 | ||
Since it took Jesus to fully satisfy the justice of God, could it really be that easy? Our redeemer has been part of the eternal plan. It’s somewhat difficult for me to understand the easy part since God went to such great lengths. But the statement was made to me that would agree with your post, thus the reason I posted the question, to get perspectives from others. I know it has been a while since I last posted brother, but I would hope you all still remember enough of me to know that I’ll seek a more in-depth answer than that. Call me crazy, but… Would still like your humble opinion if you wouldn’t mind pondering it for a little while. If it’s still the same, then I’ll have to accept it now won’t I? By the way, nice talking to you again. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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218 | Is it easy for God to forgive? | Matt 6:15 | Wild Olive Shoot | 199888 | ||
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219 | How does one win grace? | Genesis | Wild Olive Shoot | 196122 | ||
So in a roundabout way, you intended to express that the "victory" is solely God's and that He so graciously permits us the benefits of the victory He secured. Pedantic? Please. I’m as unqualified as they come, so even if I tried, I don’t believe I could nitpick and would truly not want the same done to me, as I do make many errors or misstatements and have so much more to learn. I just simply saw an opportunity to give credit where credit is due in response to a statement that in this layman’s understanding, may not have. I feel better now that it is clear as to where the Glory belongs, don’t you? Stand in His grace, WOS |
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220 | How does one win grace? | Genesis | Wild Olive Shoot | 196098 | ||
You made sure you repeated or reiterated "we win" which can be seen as giving us the glory, like we had something to do with it. Yet all of things you mention that "we" receive are due to the grace of God. So I’m just asking, how does one win grace? Stand in His grace, WOS |
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