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21 | Matt 16:6 explained | Matt 16:6 | bronx hulk | 91202 | ||
The pharisees and Sadducees were (usually) misleading the people of God. Sometimes it was intentional for their own personal gain. Sometimes it was just because of their ignorance. Leaven is what we know as yeast. When a little bit of yeast is put into dough, it spreads to the entire batch and causes it to rise. Christ was explaining that the "little bit" of ungodliness that the Pharisees and Sadducees added to the mix would act as yeast and spread in the house of God like wildfire. So Jesus was warning that their actions would cause people to fall. He was always making statements like this about them. Matthew chapter 23 is Christ lashing out at the Pharisees and their ungodliness. In 1 Corin 5:6,7 it says that a little leaven leaveneth the whole lump. Then it says to purge out the old leaven and become a new lump. This is telling us to cut out the mess in our lives and in the church so that the body of Christ can be holy. God knows that a small ammount of ungodliness can spread in His church and affect the whole body after a while. That is why Jesus told us to beware of the Pharisees leaven and that is why Paul is telling us in Corinthians to cut out the ungodliness and become that new creature in Christ. | ||||||
22 | Matt 16:6 explained | Matt 16:6 | bronx hulk | 91501 | ||
OK brother, I hear ya. But I have a question about what you said. At the time Jesus came and started preaching, wasn't everyone SUPPOSED to be following the law? It wasn't until Jesus was crucified and risen that the law became insufficient. So the Pharisees Fanatical approach as you put it would actually be a good thing. I think (in my humble opinion) that Jesus was referring to their evil motives rather than their adherence to the law. I don't think they were trying to follow the law, but just give the appereance that they were to have the position of power. Like He said, they are doing things to be recognized of men, not of God. Jesus was saying that their hearts were in it for themselves, not for the good of God. So we might be on the same train of thought here. In that unless your heart is in it, the law you follow won't do you any good. That is true even now. Like you said, love is the fulfillment of the law. It always has been. |
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23 | Matt 16:6 explained | Matt 16:6 | bronx hulk | 91529 | ||
You wrote alot here. I'm going to need to take time to sit down and really read this before I respond. Unfortunately I'm at work now and I need to render unto Ceaser that which is Ceasers! Can't in good conscience do this at work, as much as I'd like to :o) I don't think there will be any bitterness. This is great interaction with the saints. And great training. To write your thoughts clearly takes alot of skill. It is much harder than speaking. All I care about is people's hearts. As long as you love Jesus, any differences are not important. God Bless you brother! |
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24 | Matt 16:6 explained | Matt 16:6 | bronx hulk | 91692 | ||
OK, I've read this over and over again. I agree with you almost 100 percent. Where we differ is that (it seems, correct me if I'm wrong) you think the Pharisees were trying to obtain righteousness through works. My belief is that I don't think they were trying to obtain righteousness by any means; they were only in it for themselves. Being a Pharisee was only a means of income and power for (most of) them. It was never about the work of God. Except for some like Nicodemus and Gamaliel. They only wanted to give the apperance of being righteous while neglecting the real work of God all along just so they could have their place in the high seats and power in government. Let's not forget the setting of the time. Romans ruled the land and the Jews were powerless. Being a Pharisee or High priest gave them some power in government. And this is where we do agree: They never understood what God's law was really about. Like it says in Matt 23:23... you have neglected the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faith. So to me, the leaven was still their ungodliness, no matter what form it was in. Wheather it be self righteousness as you said, or their outright ignorance to the real meaning of the scriptures. And the leaven we see today is the same thing. Either people giving the appearance of being Godly for their own personal reasons or people who are blind to what the Word of God is really saying. So I do think we are on the same sheet of music here. It seems like the only area we differ is in the belief of the motives of the Pharisees and Saducees. It is so hard to truly understand someone through this type of interaction. So if you think I'm misunderstanding your points, please let me know. But like I said before this is great training and will really help with being able to expound on the Word. Now one thing I did see that you wrote that I have a different opinion on is Cain and Abel. Which is an entirely different topic. I don't believe God was displeased with Cain because his offering was of his works. I believe that God was displeased because Cains offering was not the best of the best from his crop. It says that Abel gave of the first and fatlings from his sheep. (I don't have a bible on me so I can't quote it exactly). And God had respect for Abel and his offering and not for Cains. Cain and Abel weren't looking for redemption because there was nothing to be redeemed from. There was no sin here. They were simply making an offering to God. Remember that at this time there was no law. Sin was only what your conscience made sin. Cain knew that he didn't give God his best offering so God was displeased. Just like he knew he shouldn't have killed his brother. Did Cain break a law when he killed Abel? No, because "thou shalt not kill" was not law yet. But because his conscience knew it was wrong, it became sin regardless if there was a law or not. Rom 2:14,15 What are your thoughts on that? Your brother, Sal |
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25 | Matt 16:6 explained | Matt 16:6 | bronx hulk | 91968 | ||
amen. May the Lord continue to do a great work through this website. |
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26 | Matt 16:6 explained | Matt 16:6 | bronx hulk | 91969 | ||
Yup. It's too bad the enemy has crept into the church to cause us to not be on one accord. But what's worse is that we have let our pride get the best of us and have not used wisdom to settle our differences and bring us together. Instead we try to debate things that aren't really debateable. Like you said about Cain and Abel. There's no clear reason to why God was displeased. Allright bro, I gotta go to work now. Be blessed. Sal |
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27 | What is the leaven? | Matt 16:6 | bronx hulk | 92635 | ||
Can I ask what you meant by no one can meet the requirements of God? When I further read into your words, I think you meant that we cannot do it on our own and need God. I just want to make sure that's what you meant. I do believe that through His Spirit, we can meet His requirements. Christ said be therefore perfect, even as your Father in heaven is perfect. Matt 5:48, 2 Tim 3:16,17. Without Christ, we are nothing, But through Him, we are made righteous in God's eyes. Is that how you see it? Yours in Christ, Sal |
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28 | What is the leaven? | Matt 16:6 | bronx hulk | 92642 | ||
You sound like a very content and nice person, always full of joy. I wish I could meet you. I like being around people who irradiate happiness. I'm pretty sure I understand you. It's so hard to completely understand through writing sometimes. God bless, Sal |
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29 | To the Lords servants | Matt 25:35 | bronx hulk | 92194 | ||
This is for Curtman and Burning bush... Thanks again for your help and servants hearts. May the Lord bless you for your willingness to serve! It's hearts like yours that will keep the Church strong. Be ye blessed my brothers, Sal |
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30 | How is unity possible in diversity? | John 17:11 | bronx hulk | 92401 | ||
Wow, Sounds like you have a real situation on your hand. The best advice I can give you is this: Get to know God as best as you can. Through Him, you will gain wisdom to handle your situation. If you can become the best Christian you can, your husband might see the change in you and follow suit. There is no guarantees to this. Read 1 corin 7. Pay particular attention to verses 13-15. I suggest you get counseling from your pastor on the correct way to handle this. It will take much time and patience. In the meantime, do not try to convince your husband with words. Let your life do the talking. If you need someone to talk to, I will be available. You can email me @ salvatore.capaccio@aviano.af.mil I will pray for you. Your brother, Sal |
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31 | Wo hardend Pharoh's Heart | Rom 9:1 | bronx hulk | 92070 | ||
Amen, Sorry I left that out. I don't usually do stuff like that. We have the mind of Christ now so that we can understand things with a spiritual mind. Notice I didn't say we couldn't understand God, but I said we shouldn't question what He does. We can get understandings on most things, but some things we will not. Like it says in 1 corin 13:12, for now we see through a glass darkly, but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known. Before, under the law, they were just following the law without understanding. Now we can understand. The point I was trying to make is that we still cannot Instruct the Lord. Or question His motives. Did I clear that up a little? Thanks for pointing that out to me. The last thing I would ever want to do is mislead someone, even if it is by accident. If you still don't understand where I'm coming from, let me know and I will try to explain it better. God Bless, Sal |
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32 | Wo hardend Pharoh's Heart | Rom 9:1 | bronx hulk | 92072 | ||
Oh yeah, By the way, did the other stuff I said make sense? Sal |
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33 | Where does it tell us not to sin? | Rom 12:1 | bronx hulk | 91355 | ||
Excellent answer prayon. Always good to hear the determination and dedication of the saints. | ||||||
34 | Denominations is shameful? | 1 Cor 3:4 | bronx hulk | 92403 | ||
Joyce, I am deeply saddened by your situation in reading all of the correspondance. However, I am joyful that you are still standing for God. Do not let go of your faith for any reason or anyone. Eternal life is more important than this one. May I humbly question that there might be a deeper issue separating you and your husband than religion? Were there problems before your conversion? If someone truly loves someone, they should be willing to go through anything with them. It sounds like your husband is looking for an excuse to be angry with you. I could be 100 percent wrong here, but that's what it sounds like to me. Please tell me if I am out of line and getting too much into your personal business. I truly care and wish to help in any way I can. Your attempt to rectify the situation shows me of your maturity and wisdom. It sounds like you are doing everything right. But like it says in 1Corin7:15 "But if the unbelieving depart, let him depart. A brother or a sister is not under bondage in such cases: but God hath called us to peace." Your brother in Christ, Sal |
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35 | Was Paul single or married? | 1 Cor 7:8 | bronx hulk | 91678 | ||
Well, Paul was suggesting that it is better to remain single so you can tend to God's business. He said he was speaking by permission and not by commandment so he wasn't going against God. The whole chapter talks about that saying if you can, it's better to remain single, but if you can't then it's better to get married. For it is better to marry than to burn. Sal |
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36 | Was Paul single or married? | 1 Cor 7:8 | bronx hulk | 91974 | ||
Thanks, Being a widower would make the most sense of the whole thing. I understand how God views marriage. If you can remain single and avoid fornication and lust, then do so, but if not, then it is better to be married. It is a very simple understanding. It seems that my original question went off on a tangent. But you answered it here. Thanks, Sal |
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37 | Was Paul single or married? | 1 Cor 7:8 | bronx hulk | 92071 | ||
I wish I had a Christian book store. I live in Italy. No such animal here. I don't even have a Christian radio station :o( |
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38 | Was Paul single or married? | 1 Cor 7:8 | bronx hulk | 92192 | ||
I'll check it out, Thanks Sal |
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39 | Was Paul single or married? | 1 Cor 7:8 | bronx hulk | 92193 | ||
Curtman, Thank you so much for your willingness to serve!! It really is a blessing to know that a complete stranger is willing to do stuff for me. Burning bush gave me a website to go to. I think I'll check it out. It should have all the materials I would need. I'll keep you in mind if I can't find anything I'm looking for. By the way, if you want anything from Italy let me know. I can get my hands on some pretty good chocolate and coffee. Your brother, Sal |
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40 | Was Paul single or married? | 1 Cor 7:8 | bronx hulk | 92198 | ||
Hey Hank, How would that work? I'm up for it. Dollars are good only in a few places. Now that the lire is gone, it's all Euro. I'm not sure if we should correspond like this on here. You can email me at salvatore.capaccio@aviano.af.mil Il tuo fratello in Gesu' Salvatore |
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