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21 | Acting according to the will of God. | Acts | lightedsteps | 221505 | ||
Hi alyzza We naturally assume, Judas was a righteous man, based upon the fact he was one of the 12 disciples of Jesus. This is what Jesus said about Judas. Joh 6:70 Jesus answered them, Have not I chosen you twelve, and one of you is a devil? Joh 17:12 While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy name: those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them is lost, but the son of perdition; that the scripture might be fulfilled. Judas was created for the purpose which he fulfilled. Do you feel that Hitler should also go to heaven, because he was created to fulfill a persecution of the Jews? Rom 9:14-26 14) What shall we say then? Is there unrighteousness with God? God forbid. 15) For he saith to Moses, I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I will have compassion. 16) So then it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy. 17) For the scripture saith unto Pharaoh, Even for this same purpose have I raised thee up, that I might shew my power in thee, and that my name might be declared throughout all the earth. 18) Therefore hath he mercy on whom he will have mercy, and whom he will he hardeneth. 19) Thou wilt say then unto me, Why doth he yet find fault? For who hath resisted his will? 20) Nay but, O man, who art thou that repliest against God? Shall the thing formed say to him that formed it, Why hast thou made me thus? 21) Hath not the potter power over the clay, of the same lump to make one vessel unto honour, and another unto dishonour? 22) What if God, willing to shew his wrath, and to make his power known, endured with much longsuffering the vessels of wrath fitted to destruction: 23) And that he might make known the riches of his glory on the vessels of mercy, which he had afore prepared unto glory, 24) Even us, whom he hath called, not of the Jews only, but also of the Gentiles? 25) As he saith also in Osee, I will call them my people, which were not my people; and her beloved, which was not beloved. 26) And it shall come to pass, that in the place where it was said unto them, Ye are not my people; there shall they be called the children of the living God. How can we who have been created, question our creator, our position as Christians, is to thank Him for His Grace toward us who believe. your question is "If Judas et al acted according to the will of God, then why didn't they go to Heaven?" the answer is God does not give, nor does He have to give us a reason for His actions, in a world He has created. But we are to believe He is all loving , and all compassionate, more so than we can ever comprehend. So we then have to take things like this on "FAITH" trusting our Creator, otherwise we would question everything He says to do as though we know better. Job said Job 13:15 Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: but I will maintain mine own ways before him. Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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22 | Is looking at porn a sin if ur single? | James 4:17 | lightedsteps | 220894 | ||
Hi Bobtanner31 Porn in any fashion, or media has only one objective, putting you into the position of lust. It causes those that look at it, either in books or film, to get hooked on it, just as much as any drug. The industry producing porn, knows exactly how or what viewers want to see, thereby getting repeat business. To answer your question, yes it is wrong, the Matt.5:28 verse from Brad, is right on. From that scripture it is Adultery, and lust. Because anybody watching, will find it difficult to not return. Porn even for a married couple is still wrong, for all of the same reasons. Lastly, if you have come here asking the question, then you already know it is wrong. Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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23 | What is interpretation of Hebrews 6:4-6 | Heb 6:9 | lightedsteps | 220819 | ||
Hi fundamentals I recently made a rather lengthy post to this exact question. Go to the upper right hand corner of this page, and enter the number 219874 in the search box. My personal view on these verses are that we as believers cannot renounce Christ. On the ground these verses say, (first) "it is impossible", for that eventuality to take place, and (second) there is the "IF" which does not mean "When", but that if it were possible for them to fall away. The "IF" mentioned, goes with the "It is impossible", not apart from it. Hoping this has the answers you are seeking. Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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24 | Lucifer's Flood | Rev 12:15 | lightedsteps | 220735 | ||
Hi beenydu These are the only scriptures I could come up with where Satan is mentioned with a flood. Isaiah 59:19 So shall they fear the name of the LORD from the west, and his glory from the rising of the sun. When the (ENEMY) shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the LORD shall lift up a standard against him. Rev 12:15 And the (SERPENT) cast out of his mouth water as a flood after the woman, that he might cause her to be carried away of the flood. Rev 12:16 And the earth helped the woman, and the earth opened her mouth, and swallowed up the flood which the (DRAGON) cast out of his mouth. This is Lucifer Rev 12:9 And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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25 | what does the word rica mean | Matt 5:22 | lightedsteps | 220633 | ||
Hi wejlly These are the Strongs Concordance numbers and definitions RACA G4469: Of Chaldee origin (compare [H7386]); O empty one, that is, thou worthless (as a term of utter vilification): - Raca. H7386: empty; figuratively worthless: - emptied (-ty), vain (fellow, man). Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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26 | what does the word rica mean | Matt 5:22 | lightedsteps | 220631 | ||
Hi wejlly These are the Strongs Concordance numbers and definitions RACA G4469: Of Chaldee origin (compare [H7386]); O empty one, that is, thou worthless (as a term of utter vilification): - Raca. H7386: empty; figuratively worthless: - emptied (-ty), vain (fellow, man). Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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27 | do u tithe on unemployment checks | 1 Tim 1:8 | lightedsteps | 220615 | ||
To all of our tithing viewers. If you have decided to tithe, you tithe 10 percent of your increase. This 10 percent is based upon your gross increase not your net, in other words "every" cent you acquire. As far as tithing on Unemployment check where is your faith? Is it fair that the Gov. take out it's tax, then Social Security takes out for you, then you tithe on what is left? God is the one that gave all of it to you in the first place. Then at the end of the year don't take it off on your taxes, that would be the same as not tithing at all. This whole tithing experience is meant to be a faith walk, if you are continually trying to decide whether you should tithe this or that, then stop tithing, because your motive is wrong. You are either tithing out of obligation according to law, or it is for the gain that is promised. Whatsoever is not of faith is sin. A very simple way to look at tithing is, we all spend money on a lot of things we can't even account for at the end of the month, that is not good stewardship. But in your tithing, you should forget about it, not expecting reward for your faithfulness, or worrying whether or not you will have enough money for the rest of the month. Whenever the decision has been made to tithe, from that point on the actual workings of it should not be questioned, let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind. Like I said tithing is a faith walk, those that will trust God in their belief will be able to tithe, those that believe it is not for today, or feel tithing is legalistic won't. Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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28 | Luke 31:24-27 | Matt 12:44 | lightedsteps | 220580 | ||
Hi Aileen This is the entire teaching of Jesus, in it's context. Take note that the Pharisee, asked Jesus a question, and then He answered. Mat 12:38-45 38. Then certain of the scribes and of the Pharisees answered, saying, Master, we would see a sign from thee. 39. But he answered and said unto them, An evil and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given to it, but the sign of the prophet Jonas: 40. For as Jonas was three days and three nights in the whale's belly; so shall the Son of man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth. 41. The men of Nineveh shall rise in judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: because they repented at the preaching of Jonas; and, behold, a greater than Jonas is here. 42. The queen of the south shall rise up in the judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: for she came from the uttermost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon; and, behold, a greater than Solomon is here. 43. When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth none. 44. Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he findeth it empty, swept, and garnished. 45. Then goeth he, and taketh with himself seven other spirits more wicked than himself, and they enter in and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse than the first. (EVEN SO SHALL IT BE ALSO UNTO THIS WICKED GANERATION). This teaching is not about unclean spirits being cast out or leaving a person of there own volition. You can see from this whole teaching by Jesus, that He was talking about the Jewish People / Nation. He used the story of the unclean spirit as an allegory for the Jews. Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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29 | What day are we COMMANDED to gather? | Heb 10:25 | lightedsteps | 220519 | ||
Hi Searcher56 There isn't anywhere where it specifically says "I command that you gather together." But there is another word that means the same thing. ( ASSEMBLING) In the first church they assembled on the Sabbath most likely because they were Jews and it was their tradition to assemble on that day. But then the ranks were filled with Gentile believers some say that Constantine changed the day to Sunday while others say it was the Pope. Be that as it may they did gather / assemble. There is even a religion who's foundation is gathering on the Sabbath (Saturday) based on the (COMMAND) The fourth Commandment - - to keep the Sabbath day holy. Heb 10:25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. ON THE OTHER HAND Rom 14:5 One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every day alike. Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind. No gathering or assembling mentioned here so we can either be legalistic about keeping the Sabbath day holy and assemble or we can be legalistic and not gather calling it a tradition. "But let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind." I see that this question you asked is 9 yrs. old but it was reopened and I had two cents:-) Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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30 | information on waiting on GOD | 1 Pet 3:19 | lightedsteps | 220518 | ||
Hi vincent corbett When asking a question you need to not be so short we can only guess as to what information you are looking for. These are the verses that mention waiting on God. There are none in it New Testiment. Psa 25:5 Lead me in thy truth, and teach me: for thou art the God of my salvation; on thee do I wait all the day. Psa 69:6 Let not them that wait on thee, O Lord GOD of hosts, be ashamed for my sake: let not those that seek thee be confounded for my sake, O God of Israel. Hos 12:6 Therefore turn thou to thy God: keep mercy and judgment, and wait on thy God continually. Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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31 | Praying right? | NT general | lightedsteps | 220497 | ||
Hi justme as you say "In Psalm 139 it says before we were even born God knows our days from birth to our death" If God knows the day of your death from before you were born, then isn't there the possibility, that the length of "YOUR" days would also include your prayer? As an example there is also something that will add days to our lives, after we are born so God must factor in all of these beforehand. Because He knows everything we will do in our lives. Exo 20:12 Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee. Eph 6:1-3 1. Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right. 2. Honour thy father and mother; (which is the first commandment with promise;) 3. That it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth. Attempting to add some hope:-) lightedsteps |
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32 | equipement dedication. | Ezra 6:17 | lightedsteps | 220385 | ||
Just some question's in return. (1.) Why would you assume this would be wrong to do? (2.) The Alter - - the House of God - - and the wall of Jerusalem were all dedicated. (3.) Did not all of the implements to be used in the Tabernacle of the Congregation in the wilderness have to be sanctified before use? (4.) Did not all of the implements to be used in Solomon's Temple have to be Sanctified before use? Definition - - Dedicate To set apart for religious purposes; consecrate, to set aside for or assign to a specific function, task, or purpose, to set apart for a special use: Consecrate and Sanctify are synonyms of the word Dedicate. .........Dictionary.com If your father in law has donated equipment for the Church to use wouldn't it be the same thing? If something is going to be used in the service of God why shouldn't it be dedicated for that purpose? Lightedsteps |
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33 | can we loose spiritual gifts? | 1 Cor 12:11 | lightedsteps | 220323 | ||
Hi Chickenlady This should answer your question. Rom 11:29 For the gifts and calling of God are without repentance. As you can see, there are no stipulations, or requirements as far as use are concerned. Sounds like once given, never revoked.:-D lightedsteps |
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34 | who has overcome the wicked one | John 16:33 | lightedsteps | 220298 | ||
Hi OneOfHisOwn Here is another scripture, it doesn't specifically say ( Wicked One) but it is speaking about Satan. Rev 12:9-11 9) And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. 10) And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night. 11) And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death. We too, have been given power, to overcome Satan! lightedsteps |
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35 | tower of Babel people come from? | Gen 10:10 | lightedsteps | 220176 | ||
Hi MildredJ Just by the asking of your question you have answered it. There weren't any people left besides Noah and his family. Therefore who else would have built it except the descendants of Noah. Look up Gen.10 and 11 lightedsteps |
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36 | Aren't there differences? | Bible general Archive 4 | lightedsteps | 220140 | ||
Hi MAC702 The following are the verses which are almost always left out of this discussion. 1Ti 2:12 But I suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over the man, but to be in silence. 1Ti 2:13 For Adam was first formed, then Eve. 1Ti 2:14 And Adam was not deceived, but the woman being deceived was in the transgression. 1Ti 2:15 Notwithstanding she shall be saved in childbearing, if they continue in faith and charity and holiness with sobriety. These verses cover what all of the other verses cited so far are conveying but there is a continuity of thought to be found in these from Timothy covering the complete thought whereas the others just touch on it. In my opinion Paul is saying. Man being formed first was given an Authority to lead that the woman was not. The man in all cases is always responsible for the weaker vessel. Yes there are exceptions to this rule because God in His Sovereignty will use whomever He chooses. But those times that women were or have been used cannot be construed as a blanket giving of Authority from that point on. Because the Authority (position held) did not pass on to another woman it ended when the need ended these were unique events where women were used instead of men. lightedsteps |
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