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21 | ISA 64:6 My idea of vile differsSTRONGLY | Is 64:6 | Bows44 | 159048 | ||
Hi Starfire, Menstrual blood can be infected and infectious if the lady in question has an STD. As for being clean or unclean, I'll have to study it some more, but basically my understanding is that one who is unclean could contain germs and these laws were for the protection of the nation. God knew all about what causes sickness way before man discovered bacteria and viruses. Believe me, God has nothing against women. He loves us ladies! :-) If you want to discuss this topic further in a more private setting, feel free to contact me at kabuchitama@yahoo.com. Hope this helps, Bows44 |
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22 | Fastest man (on two feet) in the Bible? | 2 Sam 2:18 | Bows44 | 158995 | ||
Greetings Makarios and Avonregal, Then there was Elijah who out ran a chariot. 1 Kings 18:44-46 44 The seventh time the servant reported, "A cloud as small as a man's hand is rising from the sea." So Elijah said, "Go and tell Ahab, 'Hitch up your chariot and go down before the rain stops you.' " 45 Meanwhile, the sky grew black with clouds, the wind rose, a heavy rain came on and Ahab rode off to Jezreel. 46 The power of the LORD came upon Elijah and, tucking his cloak into his belt, he ran ahead of Ahab all the way to Jezreel. Bows44 |
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23 | who made god | Is 45:18 | Bows44 | 158990 | ||
Hi Lil Kea13, Glad to hear that. Do you have a Bible? If not there are many online Bibles. I would recommend you read the Bible and when you come across something you don't understand, then ask for clarification. I wouldn't rely on others to tell me about the Bible. It is important for us to read it for ourselves. Also, it would be nice to know a little more about you. By clicking on your screen name you can update your user profile with anything you wish to share. Bless you as you grow in the Lord. Bows44 |
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24 | prophets for today | Eph 4:11 | Bows44 | 158958 | ||
Hi Bro. Tim, Good clarification of that point! Thanks, Bows44 |
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25 | Could there be more? | Bible general Archive 3 | Bows44 | 158922 | ||
Hi Mark, Is this the concept you are trying to express? 1 Cor. 13 The Excellence of Love 1 If I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but do not have love, I have become a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. 2 If I have the gift of prophecy, and know all mysteries and all knowledge; and if I have all faith, so as to remove mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. 3 And if I give all my possessions to feed the poor, and if I surrender my body to be burned, but do not have love, it profits me nothing. 4 Love is patient, love is kind and is not jealous; love does not brag and is not arrogant, 5 does not act unbecomingly; it does not seek its own, is not provoked, does not take into account a wrong suffered, 6 does not rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; 7 bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. 8 Love never fails; but if there are gifts of prophecy, they will be done away; if there are tongues, they will cease; if there is knowledge, it will be done away. 9 For we know in part and we prophesy in part; 10 but when the perfect comes, the partial will be done away. 11 When I was a child, I used to speak like a child, think like a child, reason like a child; when I became a man, I did away with childish things. 12 For now we see in a mirror dimly, but then face to face; now I know in part, but then I will know fully just as I also have been fully known. 13 But now faith, hope, love, abide these three; but the greatest of these is love. We know that every good and perfect gift comes from God (James 1:17); Perfect love casts out all fear (I John 4:18); Beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity. (Col. 3:14) and "We love, because He first loved us." according to I John 4:19. Since the greatest commandments are Love God...and love your neighbor as Jesus expressed in Matt. 22:36-40, I can see your point. Matt. 22:36-40 36"Teacher, which is the great commandment in the Law?" 37And He said to him, " 'YOU SHALL LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL YOUR HEART, AND WITH ALL YOUR SOUL, AND WITH ALL YOUR MIND.' 38"This is the great and foremost commandment. 39"The second is like it, 'YOU SHALL LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF.' 40"On these two commandments depend the whole Law and the Prophets." It helps to have some scripture to back up your statements. :-) Also, knowing what the Bible says helps us know why we believe what we believe. Yours in Jesus Christ, Bows44 |
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26 | Does God speak to us in dreams today? | Rev 22:18 | Bows44 | 158640 | ||
Hi Kalos, I never said this scripture proves all dreams are God inspired. What this scripture is supporting is the fact that we can use all scripture to develop a believe system, including the ones I referenced. What I believe is the same thing you said in your other post. Grace to you, Bows44 |
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27 | Does God speak to us in dreams today? | Rev 22:18 | Bows44 | 158637 | ||
Hi Kalos, Good answer. I totally agree. Bows44 |
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28 | Does God speak to us in dreams today? | Rev 22:18 | Bows44 | 158633 | ||
2 Timothy 3:16-17 (New American Standard Bible) 16 All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; 17so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work. Malachi 3:6 (New American Standard Bible) 6"For I, the LORD, do not change; therefore you, O sons of Jacob, are not consumed. Heb 13:8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. James 1:17 Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow. Job 33:14-18 (New American Standard Bible) 14"Indeed God speaks once, Or twice, yet no one notices it. 15"In a dream, a vision of the night, When sound sleep falls on men, While they slumber in their beds, 16Then He opens the ears of men, And seals their instruction, 17That He may turn man aside from his conduct, And keep man from pride; 18He keeps back his soul from the pit, And his life from passing over into Sheol. Joel 2:27-29 (New American Standard Bible) The Promise of the Spirit 28"It will come about after this That I will pour out My Spirit on all mankind; And your sons and daughters will prophesy, Your old men will dream dreams, Your young men will see visions. 29"Even on the male and female servants I will pour out My Spirit in those days. Acts 2:16-21 (New American Standard Bible) 16but this is what was spoken of through the prophet Joel: (note: caps not mine) 17'AND IT SHALL BE IN THE LAST DAYS,' God says, 'THAT I WILL POUR FORTH OF MY SPIRIT ON ALL MANKIND; AND YOUR SONS AND YOUR DAUGHTERS SHALL PROPHESY, AND YOUR YOUNG MEN SHALL SEE VISIONS, AND YOUR OLD MEN SHALL DREAM DREAMS; 18EVEN ON MY BONDSLAVES, BOTH MEN AND WOMEN, I WILL IN THOSE DAYS POUR FORTH OF MY SPIRIT And they shall prophesy. 19'AND I WILL GRANT WONDERS IN THE SKY ABOVE AND SIGNS ON THE EARTH BELOW, BLOOD, AND FIRE, AND VAPOR OF SMOKE. 20'THE SUN WILL BE TURNED INTO DARKNESS AND THE MOON INTO BLOOD, BEFORE THE GREAT AND GLORIOUS DAY OF THE LORD SHALL COME. 21'AND IT SHALL BE THAT (B)EVERYONE WHO CALLS ON THE NAME OF THE LORD WILL BE SAVED.' Acts 2:39 The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call." Conclusion: Since all scripture is to be used for teaching, etc., and God does not change, and the promise is for all, it is reasonable to conclude that since He spoke in dreams to many throughout the Bible,including the Apostle Paul, that He can and will speak to us today in dreams as well. Hope this helps, Bows44 |
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29 | The meaning of the word Akador | Deut 13:3 | Bows44 | 157448 | ||
Well, that was the point of my post...go read the Bible and obey it - based on his questions regarding a sinful relationship. I was trying to say it in a way he could recieve it. When you are ugly to a peson they can't recieve what you say very well. You all jumped on something you didn't like and threw the baby out with the bath water so to speak. You didn't bother to try and clarify the point, but got ugly. If you expect me to stick to forum rules then explain the one I am violating [politely] so I have a clear understanding of where you are coming from. There was no need to file abuse charges with Lockman and get the posts deleted. Maybe I should have separated the posts to avoid confusion, but my computer is working slow right now and it was easier to combine them. I think we can all agree that the right thing to do is read the Bible and obey God. This I do and teach others to do as well. Bows44 |
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30 | The meaning of the word Akador | Deut 13:3 | Bows44 | 157442 | ||
Hi BradK, Your response seems to be saying that God can't speak to people through dreams anymore and when he did they were subjective, silly experiences. This smacks of blasphemy. God can do anything he wants and what he does is always right. So if He can and wants to, God will speak through dreams. I agree we need to test the spirits to see whether they be from come God, but the pass or fail is not based on one's opinion, but on scripture. All I did was answer the man's question and supply scriptural basis for action. The action he is to take is not based on a dream, but on scripture. The point is obeying scripture. If he needs a dream to encourage him to do that, who are you to judge the weakness of this brother and the method God chooses to use to guide him to obedience? Speaking the truth in love, Bows44 |
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31 | The meaning of the word Akador | Deut 13:3 | Bows44 | 157440 | ||
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32 | John 8:24- What does this mean to you? | 1 John 4:2 | Bows44 | 157267 | ||
Hi Deep Input, I have been following this discussion and would like to jump in with a few thoughts. It seems to me that you have been hurt by those in the church. Out of this woundedness, you are searching for truth. It also appears to me as if you are trying to justify becoming a JW, but you know in your heart this is not the way. You said, "I know I am a child, but I want to grow up." If this is true then... 1. You must forgive those who have hurt and disappointed you. IF you do not forgive, then God won't forgive you. (Matthew 6:15) Like a hot potato, it only burns you as you hold onto it. Let it go! 2. The Christian walk is not a religion. It is a relationship...a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. (I John 5:12-13) Establish your own relationship with Jesus. Then work on renewing your mind through the guidance of the Holy Spirit who is given as your teacher and who will guide you into all truth. (John 16:13) 3. Truth is Jesus. John 14:6 Jesus said to him, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me. 4. God loves people. God hates sin and what it does to people. The world that God hates is the world of sin. God does not love some people and hate others. He loves ALL people. (Romans 5:8) He wants to rescue the people trapped in the sin world (kingdom of darkness) and translate them into the Kingdom of His dear son. (Colossians 1:13) 5. At this time the kingdom of darkness and the kingdom of light are growing side by side. There are some who try to jump back and forth, but God will deal with them. Our responsibility is to make sure we remain true to our Lord and Savior; not judge or speak evil of others. (Romans 12:19, Matthew 16:27, Rev. 3:16) 6. God doesn't haven't problems with pledges or vows unless they cause you to violate his commands. He says to keep our vows. Let our yes be yes and no be no. (Matt. 5:37) In other words, if you say you are going to do something, then do it. Worship, on the other hand, is for God alone. (See the Ten Commandments) Please look up the scriptures and read them for yourself. Hope this helps, Bows44 |
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33 | When were disciples born again? | John 3:11 | Bows44 | 156949 | ||
Hi BradK, In regards to your comment: Yes, you will find the references to a Baptism of the Holy Spirit in the Gospels and Acts! You would need to explain how Paul, who wrote the majority of NT Epistles (13) and deals extensively with DOCTRINE ( hence Romans, the theology of the NT), fail to mention or even suggest the need to be baptized again by "the Baptism of the Holy Spirit"? He teaches 1 Cor. 12:13 and Eph. 4:5 most certainly. But there is absolutely no mention in his writings of any second "Baptism of the Holy Spirit So you are saying that only the Pauline Epistles teach Doctrine? Also, I don't think it is my place to try to explain Paul's actions or lack of whatever the case may be. I don't know him personally and can't even begin to think I could read his mind or judge his motives. As to whether or not he teaches about this subject, I would have to research that to verify if it is true or not. Speaking the truth in love, Bows44 |
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34 | When were disciples born again? | John 3:11 | Bows44 | 156939 | ||
HI CSM, Again I am confused by what appears to be a contradiction in your post. You wrote: Water baptism, is the baptism of repentance from sin, Mark 1:4, and the Holy Spirit takes that person out of sin and puts them into the body of Christ. I Cor 12:13 For by one Spirit we are all baptized into one body... Then as an outward show of an inward change, a person is then baptized with water confessing Jesus is now their Lord (i.e.supreme authority). So, do you believe water baptism is necessary for salavation or not? Also, were Enoch, Abraham, Moses, Isaac, Joseph, David, the prophets, etc. saved (born again) or not? If yes, when and how were they all born again? Just trying to understand your theology. Bows44 |
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35 | When were disciples born again? | John 3:11 | Bows44 | 156938 | ||
Hi BradK, Doesn't Heb 6:1-2 talk about washings (plural)? What are these washings, if not baptisms? Is water baptism the only baptism? Isn't there also a baptism with fire and the Holy Spirit that is different? How does this statement.... Lastly, if the believer is to follow your prescription from Acts, then it is the blueprint for the Church to follow! I do not believe that Acts primary focus, i.e. purpose ,is to provide doctrine for the Church. It is a narrative that provides a bridge between the Gospels and the Epistles! We have Romans as the NT theology for the Church. ....agree with the following scripture? 2 Timothy 3:16-17 All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work. Bows44 |
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36 | When were disciples born again? | John 3:11 | Bows44 | 156798 | ||
Hi Kalos, I'm sorry, but this statement seems to be a bit contradictory. Please clarify. Being baptized by [in, with] the Holy Spirit most certainly does not precede salvation. It is not necessary for salvation. It is impossible for a person to baptized into the body of Christ before salvation. Nor is it a separate event that comes afterwards. Thanks, Bows44 |
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37 | Pray now | 1 Tim 2:1 | Bows44 | 156681 | ||
As many, if not all of you, are aware there is a very large and dangerous storm approaching the gulf states. I live in Florida and know the effects first hand of a hurricane. I lived through three of them last year. It was not exactly fun. Hurricane Katrina is going to be much worse, even catastrophic. This is going to effect everyone as gas prices rise due to halted production in the gulf. The psychological toll on those in the path is and will be great. New Orleans could be under water for weeks. I would ask that everyone lift up a prayer or two on behalf of those in LA, MS, AL and even the FL panhandle. Also, begin to consider even now the financial help you can offer for their relief after tomorrow. Trust me...the need will be humongous. Many in Florida are still recovering from last year's hurricanes. I can only imagine what Louisiana and Mississippi will be like after tomorrow. 1 John 3:17 But whoever has the world's goods, and sees his brother in need and closes his heart against him, how does the love of God abide in him? Thanks, Bows44 |
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38 | Beware "Another" | 2 Cor 11:4 | Bows44 | 156472 | ||
Hi Mark, Regarding your comment... We can't know his thoughts, or his heart, but as far as I can tell, his words are telling us that we need the Catholic Church to interpret the Bible for us. That is fully in line with other things the Catholic Church has said. What do you think? Am I all wet? I was getting something similiar, but I think it can be applied to any denomination. We must love the scriptures and grow in our faith through the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Our church (or more accurately, the body of Christ) is there to help us learn the truth. We learn what our faith means/is by corporate teaching/preaching. In other words, we learn how to live the scriptures by hearing others teach/preach about it in Sunday School and church services. Since he referred to "consumer faith," I believe he is saying that we, as individuals, can't pick and choose what to believe as if we were shopping for groceries. We must study the scriptures and listen to all points of view or instruction from all true members of the body of Christ and allow the Holy Spirit to reveal to us the truth. In this way, we grow in our faith and relationship with Jesus and others. Being as it was the Pope who said it, more than likely he means the Roman Catholic Church, but the concept can be applied to any denomination and the principle of not being able to individually pick and choose what to believe or not believe is valid. Truth is after all truth, no matter who teaches it. It is also true that we who have a relationship with Jesus, need to share with others who do not and attempt to win them to the Lord. Hope this helps, Bows44 |
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39 | SEARCHING FOR THE TRUTH | 2 Tim 2:25 | Bows44 | 156016 | ||
Dear WOS, On the contrary, I am not frustrated at all. And my post was not speaking to my experiences, but to judging others, i.e. Word of Faith teachers. My post has been misunderstood. The scripture is totally in context, because although we do not want to follow in the error of teaching out of selfish ambition, we don't want to fall into error ourselves by judging people either. Scripture clearly teaches that we are not to judge others only their actions. We want to teach what is true and not attack other people. The key here is not attacking people, but addressing the error in their teaching. Paul faced the same situation and therefore the scripture is totally in context and applicable. He was making a point that he would not judge them, but stick to his own teaching of the truth in a right spirit. My point is that we should follow his example. Humbly yours, Bows44 |
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40 | SEARCHING FOR THE TRUTH | 2 Tim 2:25 | Bows44 | 155986 | ||
Hi Kalos, What does it matter to you if a person is saved by hearing scripture or by hearing about someone having scriptural experiences? Isn't them getting saved the most important thing? Or would you rather they go to hell, if they won't get saved your way? Can't we just say like Paul in... Phil. 1:18 But what does it matter? The important thing is that in every way, whether from false motives or true, Christ is preached. And because of this I rejoice. Bows44 |
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