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21 | Is interracial marriage wrong? | Ruth 4:13 | Psalm 25 | 186999 | ||
My sincerest apology, I misread your answer! Forgive me, (next time I will be more careful) Sincerely, Psalm 25 |
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22 | Is interracial marriage wrong? | Ruth 4:13 | Psalm 25 | 186997 | ||
e-brain, where in the book of Ruth does it forbid interracial marriage? Or anywhere else in scripture? Sincerely, Psalm 25 |
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23 | Why is it not relevant today? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186923 | ||
My final reply, that which has been widely excepted by Christians for centuries: Question: "What is the blasphemy against the Holy Spirit?" Answer: The case of "blasphemy against the Spirit" in the New Testament is mentioned in Mark 3:22-30 and in Matthew 12:22-32. The term blasphemy may be generally defined as "defiant irreverence." We would apply the term to such sins as cursing God, or willfully degrading things relating to God. It is also attributing some evil to God, or denying Him some good that we should attribute to Him. This case of blasphemy, however, is a specific one, called "THE blasphemy against the Holy Spirit" in Matthew 12:31. In Matthew 12:31-32, the Pharisees, having witnessed irrefutable proof that Jesus was working miracles in the power of the Holy Spirit, claimed instead that the Lord was possessed by the demon "Beelzebub" (Matthew 12:24). Now notice that in Mark 3:30 Jesus is very specific about what exactly they did to commit "the blasphemy against the Holy Spirit." This blasphemy has to do with someone accusing Jesus Christ of being demon-possessed instead of Spirit-filled. There are other ways to blaspheme the Holy Spirit, but this was "THE" unpardonable blasphemy. As a result, the blasphemy against the Holy Spirit cannot be duplicated today. Jesus Christ is not on earth. but seated at the right Hand of God. No one can witness Jesus Christ performing a miracle and then attribute that power to Satan instead of the Spirit. Although there is no blasphemy of the Spirit today, we should always keep in mind there is an unpardonable state of existence--the state of continued unbelief. There is no pardon for a person who dies in unbelief. Continual rejection of the Holy Spirit’s promptings to trust in Jesus Christ is the unpardonable blasphemy. Remember what is stated in 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 eternal life." The only condition when someone would have no forgiveness is if that someone is not among the "whoever believes in Him." Recommended Resource: Hard Sayings of the Bible. In His Name, Psalm 25 |
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24 | Why is it not relevant today? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186918 | ||
Hello Jeff, There are innumerable things in scripture we could speculate on forever. The opinions would be as variable as the sand on the shore.For a born again believer there is "no unforgivable sin." A born again Christian can not lose their salvation therefore an unforgivable sin can not exist. For those who are not born again then one sin or a million sins makes no difference as they are all unforgiven. So, I respectfully submit that this entire argument is irrelevant and could damage or influence other readers into coming to erroneous conclusions. Agreed? |
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25 | Why is it not relevant today? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186906 | ||
Jeff, Your post? Do you mean, "is there any other unforgivable sin(s)?" |
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26 | No reprobates in the Bible? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186890 | ||
Hello Mark, O.K you got me! The action is past tense but now that you got me thinking I realize that I was combining several scriptures into one. Ephesians 1:4 says we were chosen in Christ before the foundations of the world. When you combine the two scriptures together it seems clear to me that the "past action" of verse 13 refers back to verse 4. This of course goes hand in hand with election and predestination. I was wrong though to state that verse 13 "was from eternity past," although chapter one of Ephesians seems to indicate that. |
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27 | What is a fatal sin? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186879 | ||
The way I understood the original question was "is there(a)fatal sin?" I may have been wrong but I thought the question was "a sin." I did not think of 1 John 5:16. In my Greek studies and other commentaries I have always been told there is no single article there to assume or otherwise. The Greek word "tis" in verse 16 is an indefinite pronoun (any man) but I fail to see what "tis" (Strong's #5100) has to do with sin or "a sin?" Are you leaning in the direction that "a sin," meaning a single sin, could result in God taking our life? | ||||||
28 | No reprobates in the Bible? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186873 | ||
It's aorist indicative passive, and is a "one time action." Hope this clarifies? |
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29 | Tribulation---7 years long? | Dan 12:11 | Psalm 25 | 186865 | ||
Daniel 12:11 is the first half of the 7 years while Revelation 11:3 is the second half. Two distinct periods that total 7 years. Daniel 12:12 says "1335 days"(as compared to 1290 in verse 11) and refers to those who were saved during the tribulation and will enter the 1000 year reign of Christ. The differnece between Daniel 12:11 and verse 12 is only 45 days indicating a period of time between tribulation and the beginning of the 1000 year reign. The two witnesses are up for some debate as to who they are; perhaps Elijah and Moses. | ||||||
30 | Why is it not relevant today? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186864 | ||
Again, to keep it in context, which so many do not do today,we need to look at the Greek word for blasphemy;what does it mean? The word is "blasphemia" and means "a verbal abuse against someone and denotes the very worst type of slander." So when the pharisees said that Jesus performed miracles "by the power of Beelzebub" (Satan) they slandered the Holy Spirit giving Satan the credit instead of the Holy Spirit. Similar to saying evolution is to be credited for creation and denying that God was the creator. In a similar sense evolution is blaspheming God and giving credit to "spontaneous generation." | ||||||
31 | millennium pre and post | Rev 20:5 | Psalm 25 | 186846 | ||
The rapture position: Believers will be "taken up" at the beginning of the 7 years of tribulation. We will be with Christ during this time.It is referred to as "the wedding feast." At the end of the 7 years we will return to earth to rule and reign with Christ for 1000 years. The final judgment will occur at the end of the 1000 years. Christians will be at the "bema seat of Christ" to determine rewards. The lost, or unsaved will be judged "according to their works," which will fall short since they did not trust in Jesus and recieve the free gift of eternal life through Him. They will be cast into the lake of fire forever and the believers will enter their final rest and be with Jesus forever. The rest of the dead refer to those who died without Christ at the end of the 7 years of tribulation and are awaiting judgment. | ||||||
32 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | Psalm 25 | 186845 | ||
No, you're not wrong.The Bible is the only infallable truth. However,we all use the Bible "to prove our point." I too have utmost confidence in what I believe. All that any Christian can do is ask the Holy Spirit to guide them.But, the only way any of us can discern error from truth is "study both sides." The first place, I think, is to look at church history as far back as possible. It is my opinion that Christians who have maintained the "calvinist view" have strayed far less than the free will or arminian view. All five points that the arminian view express is the "exact opposite" of the calvinist view. What each person must do is look at each point "individually" and see if it lines up with scripture.The Greek text, being the original, is the only way to get to the bottom line. I am not a Greek expert but I do have the tools to study the Greek. Unfortunately, a study of these debated areas will leave the arminians with nothing to stand on. I have done so through many many scriptures for many years. As I said earlier, I started out as free will as can be. One such proof text regarding the eternal security of the believer is Ephesians 1:13: "In Him, you also, after listening to the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation--having also believed, you were sealed in Him with the Holy Spirit of promice." (NASB) In the Greek "sealed in Him" is an action from eternity past to eternity future. God has sealed the believer in the Holy Spirit from eternity past. Salvation is not eternal if it can be lost. What God has sealed can not be undone. So, therefore, if we can disprove one point of arminism where does that leave the other points? Joseph Arminius was branded "a heretic" by all on the council. Also, I don't think you will find a single, respected, Greek scholar today who is arminian. If you can I would (sincerely) like to see his arguement from the Greek text. | ||||||
33 | No reprobates in the Bible? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186827 | ||
Good morning Steve, The fundamental question,"is salvation in our hands or God's? Can a truly born-again person lose their salvation? Is it "eternal" or "conditional?" I rest my case on Ephesians 1:13: "In Him, you also, after listening to the message of truth, the gospel of you salvation--having also believed, you were sealed in Him with the Holy Spirit of promice." (NASB) In the Greek "sealed in Him" is an action from eternity past to eternity future. Therefore, based on the original Greek text, it is impossible for a believer "who is sealed by the Holy Spirit," to become "unsealed" as it is in God's hand and not ours. |
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34 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | Psalm 25 | 186826 | ||
Please forgive me, I apologize to all.... I had no idea what I was getting into! I made some assertions that were poorly worded and misunderstood.I lashed back at several respondents. I was wrong in my assesments and my responses. I violated 1 Cor 13, please forgive me. Next time around I will choose my words carefully and respectfully.I had no intention of demeaning any one person's views or them personally. I am still very confused! I thought I was addressing the young man's questions and had no idea I would have to answer to everyone out there? Why don't we address the issues and try to help instead of finding it necessary to "tear apart" each other? (which admittedly I too got caught up in) |
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35 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | Psalm 25 | 186794 | ||
Again, I say, my Christian friend read 1 Corinthians 13......what I saw was an attack on a new Christian and my response was to him,not you. And by the way "who put you in charge?" | ||||||
36 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | Psalm 25 | 186785 | ||
Dear God's elect: I am so sorry you have been misunderstood. Seems like many respondants have "attacked you" rather than try to help. Shame on them! It is very confusing and I understand your frustration, too bad those that have responded to you havn't studied 1 Corinthians 13...Trust the Lord and He will guide you into all truth if you allow Him to. However, I must say that you will never find truth (especially today) if you don't seek it earnestly. God Bless | ||||||
37 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | Psalm 25 | 186784 | ||
After reviewing some of the responses to your question I feel "I must respond." The debate (if you want to call it that!) between the calvinist view verses the arminian "IS ABSOLUTELY PARAMOUNT!" The arminian "freewill" view is very damaging and distructive! God's honor and sovereignty are being destroyed by the freewill mentality.I have thoroughly, for many years, studied both sides. I started off being freewill.I was taught contempt for calvinists. For a person to study their Bible with a "freewill mentality" will greatly distort their entire outlook and create many many confustions about God and His purposes. The freewill view will leave you many unanswered questions, many! The calvinist view answers "all of them." Our carnal nature refuses to acknowledge God's sovereignty, thus man had to come up with "an out." | ||||||
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