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21 | suffering is God's will? | Job | Parable | 98972 | ||
So, suffering is God's will for us? Wasn't it Satan that did all those nasty things to Job? In his book "God at War", Dr. Gregory Boyd discusses the book of Job. His conclusion is markedly different from the idea that bad things that happen are somehow part of God's divine blueprint. Rather, those things are in direct conflict with God's will, but they don't deter Job from having faith in God anyway. |
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22 | why is sacrifice the means to salvation? | 2 Cor 5:21 | Parable | 91301 | ||
Pastor Glenn, Thanks for your insights. You bring up another question... You said "Without the shedding of blood there is no remission of sins." My question: "Why is it necessary to spill blood for our sins to be erased?" In other words, why did God establish sacrifice, especially this sacrifice, as the means to salvation? I'll try to ask my other questions in separate postings. Peace, Parable |
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23 | HOW did He take our sin upon Himself? | 2 Cor 5:21 | Parable | 91132 | ||
I understand that Jesus took our sins upon Himself and paid the price to redeem us. What I do not understand, is HOW those sins were taken up by Him, HOW those sins were crucified with Him, and HOW He was made sin in our place. I don't expect that scripture explains the details of this mystery, but I am interested to know how to explain this, according to Peter's instruction to be prepared to explain the faith I have within me. Thanks for your insights. Parable |
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24 | why would God withhold the gift of faith | John 3:16 | Parable | 89357 | ||
I have two quesions about your comment "Grace, we all agree, is from God alone and does not depend on an act of assent from it's recipient." In Romans 5:2, Paul says "through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand." Paul seems to be saying that access to this grace is by faith. 1. Isn't this faith an "assent from it's recipient"? 2. If not, is faith involuntary? Also, regarding your questions "Does "saving faith", come from God alone as well? Or, is it an intrinsic attribute common to all men, fallen and born-again alike?" My understanding is that our intrinsic attributes as His creation include genuine freedom to choose. I grant that saving faith is not part of a person, at least until that person chooses it, by surrendering to the Spirit, acknowledging their guilt and repenting of their wickedness. Otherwise, 3. how can we understand that an all-loving, all powerful, all wise God would withhold faith from some, only to result in them being damned? 4. Why would God create people He knows can never be saved because He withholds the gift of faith? Parable |
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25 | do you concur? | John 3:16 | Parable | 89339 | ||
John, Your explanation seems to differ from the other two offered in response to my question to you. (see "prazn" ID#89262 and "The Lord's Church" ID#89263) However, I may be missing something. Do you concur with their explanations? Also, as noted by Morant61 ID#89075, the antecedent of "it" in Eph 2:8 is salvation, not faith. What is your response to this view? Parable |
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26 | Rom 3:11 and Hebrews 11:6 ???? | John 3:16 | Parable | 89259 | ||
Regarding your point with Rom 3:11 THERE IS NONE WHO UNDERSTANDS, THERE IS NONE WHO SEEKS FOR GOD; I note Hebrews 11:6 Without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards THOSE WHO EARNESTLY SEEK HIM. (emphasis mine) What is scripture trying to teach with these two seemingly contradictory verses? Thanks, Parable |
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27 | what is the world made of? | Eph 2:19 | Parable | 84918 | ||
What does the bible say this world is made of, that is, its composition? (I'm not asking for a description of its character or nature at this time.) Please cite specific verses if possible. Parable |
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28 | Does God ever change his mind? | 2 Kin 20:6 | Parable | 84287 | ||
Does God ever change his mind? | ||||||
29 | What does scripture say about Quakerism? | Bible general Archive 1 | Parable | 80344 | ||
Thank you, Emmaus. I am especially interested in any scriptures that support or counter Quaker views on issues such as: The "Inner Light", especially in relation to the authority of Scripture. This seems to be a defining feature of Quakerism. Predestination. Quakerism rejects this in favor of the idea that salvation is available to all. Silence. Only in silence can the voice of God within be heard. Conscience and action. Only by doing the truth can it be fully understood. Parable |
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30 | Is Quakerism valid? | Bible general Archive 1 | Parable | 80286 | ||
Some scholars hold that Quakerism is a third form of Christianity, distinct from catholicism and protestantism. Yet, Quakers have also been persecuted as heretics. Is Quakerism a legitimate form of Christianity? Please support thine answer with scripture. |
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31 | access to the tomb? | Matt 27:62 | Parable | 78146 | ||
How long was the tomb unguarded before the guard was posted? |
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32 | why does Paul qualify his experience? | Rom 10:15 | Parable | 77549 | ||
What does Paul mean by "as by one born out of due time"? | ||||||
33 | Did Paul actually "see" Jesus? | Rom 10:15 | Parable | 77543 | ||
I'm having trouble with the idea that "an Apostle had to actually have seen Christ" because I believe Paul to have been an Apostle, but I can't find any scripture that says he actually "saw" Jesus. On the road to Damascus, Acts 9:2-4 describes that a light from heaven flashed around Paul and he heard a voice, but not that he ever actually saw Jesus himself. Another thought: The others on the road, physically with Paul at the time, were in the presence of the risen Lord. They were speechless, having heard a voice, but not seeing anyone. How is their experience different from Paul's? Regarding servants worthy of the title "apostle", I think Billy Graham and Mother Teresa are good candidates. But that's just my opinion. |
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34 | can you be more specific? | Rom 10:15 | Parable | 77411 | ||
You raise a good question. I am inspired to followup: Regarding signs, wonders and miracles, I presume you are referring to 2Cor12:12. Given this, what qualifies as a sign, wonder or miracle? Regarding the requirement of having seen the Lord, what scriptures are you referring to? |
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35 | friends with weed are friends indeed? | Gen 1:12 | Parable | 55108 | ||
You said "I have tight friends who have known me for years and would do anything for me...they just happen to be ocasional pot smokers.." Sounds great! But, I wonder, will these friends quit smoking pot for you? Parable |
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36 | what is your point? | Gen 1:12 | Parable | 54980 | ||
I'm confused. What exactly are you suggesting is the biblical position as to smoking pot? | ||||||
37 | Yes, but are we to judge others in this? | NT general Archive 1 | Parable | 51901 | ||
Communion that is closed to us hardly seems like communion at all. In the preceding verses, Paul describes that the practice of the Lord's supper had become irreverant and self-serving, i.e. a dinner party instead of a solemn remembrance, with gluttony and drunkeness. How do we go from rebuking that practice to excluding people who want to come to the Lord's table but have not proven their righteousness to the local elders and so are excluded? As Paul says in 11:28, "But a man must examine himself, and in so doing he is to eat of the bread and drink of the cup." Examine himself, not be examined by others, right? Isn't this a matter of personal conscience, like when we are to reconcile our disputes before offering our worship, i.e. Matthew 5:23 "Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, 24leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift." Parable |
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38 | is closed communion hypocritical? | NT general Archive 1 | Parable | 51838 | ||
Furthermore, isn't unrepentant sin always present, e.g.1 John 1:8 "If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us." even though those in Christ are no longer condemned for it, e.g. Romans 8:1"Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus? Doesn't it follow then that closed communion, as you have described, can never achieve what it sets out to accomplish. Finally, because there is no scriptural basis for it, spiritual pride is a likely outcome, e.g. 1 Cor 4:6 "Now, brothers, I have applied these things to myself and Apollos for your benefit, so that you may learn from us the meaning of the saying, "Do not go beyond what is written." Then you will not take pride in one man over against another. Parable |
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39 | when is literal interpretation wrong? | Job 12:7 | Parable | 51552 | ||
Yes, this is possible. The main point clearly is that God is the Creator and the testimony of the animals is being used as supporting evidence. It is not clear if the animals testify (actively) or if we are to infer something from their existence (defacto). We must be careful not to assume anything we don't understand (or doesn't fit with our present understanding) like) is poetry, allegory or analogy. By what measure can we know when scripture is not to be interpreted literally? |
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40 | God as creator should be obvious | Job 12:7 | Parable | 51547 | ||
Thanks for your thoughtful reply. I agree with what you have said about Man being made in the image of God and having the breath of life. I think the situation with the donkey in Numbers may be a special case because the Lord appeared to the donkey but not to Balaam until his eyes were opened. This accomplished the Lord's purpose in bringing Balaam to recognize his sin. It demonstrates at least that when God chose to show himself, the donkey did in fact see Him. Yet, its not clear if the donkey knew He was the Lord. Job 12 suggests a more general situation with the animals, i.e. that they know God is the Creator. I am fascinated by this idea because it would seem then that mere animals have knowledge that many people reject! Also, isn't Romans 1:20 saying pretty much the same thing, that the truth of God and Creation is obvious? |
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