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21 | Why do i need to love god? | John 3:16 | lightedsteps | 223430 | ||
Hi shoorysmile In answer to your question, "WHY LOVE GOD"? I am assuming you have asked this question in relation to those that are Christians, because those that are not, could not care less about God. Those that are without God, are incapable of loving God. So with that understanding, we see in the Old Testament, the Jews being Gods' chosen People, they have not been cast away, but we (Christians) are now the Children of God through Jesus Christ. Until the time of the Gentiles is fulfilled. The simple answer to your question is, "Because God said to." But the more complicated answer is because of Gods' love for His chosen People the Jews, and His children the Christians, He wanted them, and us to be in the safest position we can be in, and that is in a close loving relationship with Him, where He will lead, protect, and care for us by His Spirit. Deu 11:13-16 13) And it shall come to pass, if ye shall hearken diligently unto my commandments which I command you this day, to love the LORD your God, and to serve him with all your heart and with all your soul, 14) That I will give you the rain of your land in his due season, the first rain and the latter rain, that thou mayest gather in thy corn, and thy wine, and thine oil. 15) And I will send grass in thy fields for thy cattle, that thou mayest eat and be full. 16) Take heed to yourselves, that your heart be not deceived, and ye turn aside, and serve other gods, and worship them; God wants us to love Him with all our heart and soul, because if we as human beings are not in a fully committed relationship with God, "WE WILL" be deceived, and worship false Gods. Because as Jeremiah says. Jer 17:9 The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it? Now back to your question "WHY" 1Jn 4:15,16 15) Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God. 16) And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him. 1Jn 4:19 We love him, because he first loved us. Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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22 | Becoming a christian | John 6:37 | lightedsteps | 222905 | ||
Hi Inquisitor I'm only speaking to one thing you have said. "why am I not encouraged to go ahead and be baptized" My advice to you is, I encourage you to do so, based on these three verses. Jesus was baptized - Mat 3:13 Then cometh Jesus from Galilee to Jordan unto John, to be baptized of him. The disciples of Jesus baptized - Joh 4:2 (Though Jesus himself baptized not, but his disciples,) Paul was baptized - Act 9:18 And immediately there fell from his eyes as it had been scales: and he received sight forthwith, and arose, and was baptized. Who are you to not be baptized? Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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23 | 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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24 | 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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25 | Is there always the evidence of tongues? | Acts | lightedsteps | 223330 | ||
Hi vnct It is understood, everyone who accepts Christ as savior, will be indwelt with the Holy Spirit, this means every believer. Mar 16:17 And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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26 | Who are the Elect. | Romans | lightedsteps | 222732 | ||
Hi Rdventen All of the following verses using the word ELECT, come from the New Test., they all seem to be referring to the people of God, as Christians. Mat 24:22 And except those days should be shortened, there should no flesh be saved: but for the elect's sake those days shall be shortened. Mat 24:24 For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect. Mat 24:31 And he shall send his angels with a great sound of a trumpet, and they shall gather together his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other. Rom 8:33 Who shall lay any thing to the charge of God's elect? It is God that justifieth. Col 3:12 Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering; Tit 1:1 Paul, a servant of God, and an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to the faith of God's elect, and the acknowledging of the truth which is after godliness; 1Pe 1:2 Elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through sanctification of the Spirit, unto obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ: Grace unto you, and peace, be multiplied. Greek Definitions for the word ELECT (from Strongs Concordance) G1588 eklektos ek-lek-tos' select; by implication favorite: - chosen, elect. G1586 eklegomai ek-leg'-om-ahee to select: - make choice, choose (out), chosen. G4899 suneklektos soon-ek-lek-tos' chosen in company with, that is, co-elect (fellow Christian): - elected together with. Hope this answered your question Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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27 | MAN STEALS FROM ME AM I TO TURN MY HEAD | Rom 13:2 | lightedsteps | 222675 | ||
Mamametal There is the story about Steven, where his life was taken wrongfully, which is worth alot more than any ones property, but these are the words of Steven. Act 7:60 And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep. Was this becoming a doormat, or was he following the commandments of Christ? Therefore as I see it, the following scripture covers your situation. Luk 6:27 27) But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, 28) Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. 29) And unto him that smiteth thee on the one cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not to take thy coat also. 30) Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask them not again. 31) And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise. 32) For if ye love them which love you, what thank have ye? for sinners also love those that love them. 33) And if ye do good to them which do good to you, what thank have ye? for sinners also do even the same. 34) And if ye lend to them of whom ye hope to receive, what thank have ye? for sinners also lend to sinners, to receive as much again. 35) But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and to the evil. 36) Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful. 37) Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven: 38) Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again. Grace be unto you Lightedsteps |
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28 | 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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29 | chould a preacher question peoples chris | 2 Cor 13:5 | lightedsteps | 222836 | ||
Hi jamesandfaye Does your church have an alter call for salvation each Sunday? Then there must be people attending the services who are not saved. A few scriptures you should read, then ask is it the position of a pastor to confront ones salvation? Mat 13:24-30 - Rom 14:4 - Joh 7:24 Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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30 | 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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31 | 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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32 | 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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33 | Is James 4:3 completely true? | James 4:3 | lightedsteps | 223282 | ||
Hello biblenovice Welcom to the forum With "LUSTS" being the operative word, you have missed the context of the passage where the word is used. IMO you cannot use this as the reason you did not receive from God. Look at Jas. 4:1-5 then understand the context of the passage. What were the people in these passages asking for? If you are working in the name it, and claim it realm, then you can't expect a car with a 14 yr. old heater to work properly, mine didn't, and God held me responsible for it. There are some things in life that "WE" need to take the responsibility for, like spending the money HE has provided, for the things we need. So you see, in a different way, HE did supply for your needs, by answering your prayer, before you asked. Been there, done that, then HE changed my diaper, and said grow up, and start walking in faith. Only by taking what He has already given to us, can we show ourselves as faithful stewards. God doesn't micro manage our lives for us, HE isn't our slave, "WE" are HIS. Did you as a parent, always give your son what he asked for, if not why not? In your giving an allowance to your son for the things he needed, teaching him responsibility, if he then had enough money for a new tire for his bike, but came back to you, asking for you to fix the tire, would you? There are lots of other reasons given in the bible, for why God does not answer prayer. But your question is answered by a simple, "It Is Your Responsibility" Grace be unto you lightedsteps |
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34 | 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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35 | 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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36 | 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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