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21 | Why did God tell Abraham to kill his son | Gen 22:2 | humbledbyhisgrace | 214904 | ||
No one has stated that "a" result of a burnt offering does not lead to death. The fallacy is saying that "When God told Abraham to kill his son". You are attempting to reconcile something that is not even accurate. In other words, you start off your search to reconcile based on the fact killing is a sin and as you put it, God told Abraham to kill his son. Let me ask you this, was the test to see if Abraham would kill his son as you put it or was it to test Abraham's obedience? Steve |
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22 | Why did God tell Abraham to kill his son | Gen 22:2 | humbledbyhisgrace | 214887 | ||
Well, Great! I too believe what the bible says and think it essential we express it properly. Something I constantly work on myself but have failed at more then once :-( Where does the bible say "where there is no law there is no sin" ? It says there is no transgression (Romans 4:15). The sin is not imputed (Romans 5:13). Steve |
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23 | Why did God tell Abraham to kill his son | Gen 22:2 | humbledbyhisgrace | 214882 | ||
Vintage, What do you make of God's punishment of Cain then? Steve |
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24 | Love for all, judge not anyone | OT general | humbledbyhisgrace | 213713 | ||
Dear lookinforacity, matt1078, Nevvvvine, KcabmI4, and who ever you may log onto this forum as next, I would encourage you to prayerfully consider the passage of scripture below. Pay close attention to verse 6, 7 and 9! 1 John 1:5-9 (NASB) 1:5 This is the message we have heard from Him and announce to you, that God is Light, and in Him there is no darkness at all. 1:6 If we say that we have fellowship with Him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth; 1:7 but if we walk in the Light as He Himself is in the Light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus His Son cleanses us from all sin. 1:8 If we say that we have no sin, we are deceiving ourselves and the truth is not in us. 1:9 If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Steve |
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25 | Love for all, judge not anyone | OT general | humbledbyhisgrace | 213111 | ||
KcabmI4, From time to time there is a noticeable difference in your use of the English language. Some of your post appear as if it is not even the same person so could you explain this to us? I'm curious why the dramatic change from time to time??? Steve |
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26 | Iam having some questions | John 17:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 212527 | ||
MJH, The post was visible for a while. I read it also :-) Other post have been deleted in the past when containing links to questionable web sites. This is a good thing! Many who may be lesser knowledgeable in their understanding of the word could easily be lead astray by some of the absolute heresy's out there today. Steve |
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27 | Why not Elisabeths home? | Luke 2:7 | humbledbyhisgrace | 212468 | ||
As I was reading through this thread looking at all the different ideas on this I couldn't help but wonder how this might be understood if we didn't try and understand it from mankinds perspective and instead consider the sovereignty of God and the text of his word only. Given the sovereignty of God and considering the text does your view on this matter change at all given verse 12? Luke 2:12 "This will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger." Steve |
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28 | Iam having some questions | John 17:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 212427 | ||
Greetings KcabmI4! Let me give you something else to consider along with what brother John has provided. Consider the WHY Paul opposed Peter! Galatians 2:14 and 2:16 should help answer the why. And to help clarify, see also Galatians 1:6-10 You say Peter did not sin but scripture clearly gives a much different picture. Peter was indeed in error just as men today who water down the gospel and change it into something more palatable to the wicked heart of man. Peter's fear was obviously not properly directed and certainly not an excuse. He compromised on the truth of the gospel! His actions also brought others into error as well (Galatians 2:13). Just so you know, anything other then the true gospel is heresy! God bless, Steve |
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29 | Why do I want to speak in tongues? | 1 Cor 13:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 212389 | ||
It is His word that is truth (John 17:17)! You cannot worship Him in truth if you reject His word and set yourself up as the standard of truth! I would urge you to find a local church with godly men and women that could teach you and help you understand how to properly study the word. We all need help sir, some more then others, and no one completely understands it all. But with all due respect sir you are so far off the mark you need help and here you only reject the help offered. Perhaps in a local church you will be more open to allowing those who can help you do so. Your post speak for themselves and leave much to be desired regarding proper understanding. Context is indeed missing from your understanding of scripture. And, well your logic betrays you sir. It has lead you unto error even to the point you have set yourself up to be lord of the word of God to decide what parts are acceptable and what are not. You have clearly demonstrated this with your post. Steve |
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30 | Why do I want to speak in tongues? | 1 Cor 13:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 212378 | ||
flyman, Your motives have become highly questionable on this forum. Your post are indicative of one in great need of a teacher yet you reject all help offered to you. What are your motives? Steve |
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31 | Jesus Died for all, why speak in parable | John 17:9 | humbledbyhisgrace | 212239 | ||
Greetings KcabmI4! Considering your post, why does one need to be saved? Steve |
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32 | Jesus Died for all, why speak in parable | John 17:9 | humbledbyhisgrace | 212200 | ||
flyman, Welcome to the forum! I wanted to add to what others have shared with you. When you are confused and unsure, be mindful of what God has testified to through His word and His Son. God the Father sent God the Son to be the Saviour of the world (1 John 4:14). It is only through the Son that God's plan of salvation is accomplished (Acts 4:12, John 14:6) We were born into sin and therefore dead in sin, separated from God our Creator (1 Corinthians 15:22 , Ephesians 2:12) In our sinful nature, we suppress the truth of God in unrighteousness even though that which is known about God is evident within us. (Romans 1:18-23 , Romans 3:9-20). But God, in His grace took the initiative to reconcile mankind to Himself through the sinless life and death of His only begotten Son (John 3:16, Ephesians 2:4-10, Romans 3:21-24). God the Father sent His Son (Jesus) to free us from sin (Romans 6:6-7, Romans 6:17-18). Jesus shed blood in sacrifice satisfied the demands of God's divine justice. God the Father confirmed in the resurrection of the Son that the sacrifice of the Son is complete and sufficient for the sins of the world (Matthew 28, John 20:19-22, 1 Corinthians 15:3-8, 1 John 2:2). Jesus paid the debt owed to God for our sins (Matthew 20:28, Colossians 2:13-14) and by God's grace, those who believe in Christ Jesus are justified as a gift and have peace with God and are reconciled back to Him (Romans 3:22-25, Romans 5:1, 2 Corinthians 5:18-19 , Colossians 1:20-22). To those who believe in Him (Jesus) He gives them the right to be children of God (John 1:12). Christ did what we could not do for ourselves. It is His perfect life of obedience and His sacrifice on the cross that has won our freedom from sin. Scripture says it is by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God (Ephesians 2:4). Christ has done all that the Father ask of Him and all that was required to provide reconciliation of sinful man back to God. Romans 10:9 says "that if you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved." flyman, the scriptures testify of what is required for salvation, by whom salvation comes and what is expected of us. Our assurance is in God Himself. We can indeed be assured for He has testified to us through His word and through His Son! In Him we have life!!! (John 3:15-17). God bless, Steve |
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33 | Am I ignorant | 1 Cor 12:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 212134 | ||
Ah sister how wonderful is the good news!!! :-) I love the post! So many wonderful truths you have pointed out. And it never gets old nor do we ever grow tired of hearing it. As far as my mind has been able to reach I have yet to find an end to how blessed we are to know such a wonderful and mighty God! You should read your post to your loved ones at Christmas just to draw there attention to the wonder and glory of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ! Merry Christmas to you Val and your loved ones! Your brother in Christ, Steve |
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34 | Am I ignorant | 1 Cor 12:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 212107 | ||
Greetings Sister! Personally, I'm in agreement that there are no new prophets or apostles in the Church today. The argument I was putting forth in post 212050 was my explanation of that :-) In an effort to understand the discussion of the gifts I have found many argue as newvvvine does from Ephesians 4 mainly standing on Ephesians 4:13. What I was trying to point out to him is that the fruits of the ministry of the gifted men given to the Church live on to this day still edifying the Church. The results of their ministry in the Church did not die with them. Proof of that is the written word :-) I was not saying that there were any ordain apostles to carry on. Does that help explain what I was saying? Or am I confused on what you were saying? :-) Your brother in Christ, Steve |
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35 | Am I ignorant | 1 Cor 12:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 212105 | ||
Greetings Cheri, Scripture teaches by specifics and by principles. The specifics do not contradict the principles nor do the principles contradict the specifics. In other words, there are no loop holes nor work a rounds :-) You understand what I'm saying here right? Some times I'm not so good at articulating my thoughts?!?!?! Examples would be... YOU SHALL LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF (Mark 12:31). This is a principle. It covers all relationships. Matthew 18:15-17 would be an example of a specific teaching. It clearly explains in detail how we are to deal with a brother that sins. So when we face these questions that others and even we ourselves come up with some times we need to keep in mind (in my opinion) that Scripture does in fact contain in it all that the sovereign God willed that mankind should receive. In your scenario it appears to me that you believe the scriptures to teach that Jill2 is biblically bound to this marriage. So, for now let's assume you are correct in your understanding of the scriptures regarding the marriage as you have applied it to this scenario. If you believe that scripture teaches that because there has been no sexual immorality by either Jill1 or Jill2 and there can be no approved biblical divorce then to remain true to scripture and the command of God your answer is simple. Jill1 and Jill2 are to remain married. It is not a matter of our opinions whether we believe this is fair or unfair to either. What does matter is what God has commanded. To remain obedient to God, Jill1 and Jill2 would have to stay married. Why would there be any doubt or question on the matter? Do we really believe that we have freedom to disobey God because His ways do not fit with our desires? Sister that is who we were before we knew Him (Romans 8:7, Ephesians 2:1-3). Cheri, I realize some of the things others have had to face are beyond our ability to even think of having to go through ourselves. Praise God for His mercy! But sister isn't it true that if God's command in a situation like this would mean that Jill1 and Jill2 were required to remain in the marriage then despite anything else this is indeed what they must do if they are to be obedient to Him? Your brother in Christ, Steve |
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36 | Am I ignorant | 1 Cor 12:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 212063 | ||
Greetings Sister! Sorry about that! It is in reference to the Roman Catholic Church. Your brother in Christ, Steve |
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37 | Am I ignorant | 1 Cor 12:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 212055 | ||
And I will continue to urge you to come back to the Scripture and seek His truth from there! We are not discussing the doctrine of the Apostolic Age. We are discussing God's word and seeking the truth found in it based on what He has said not what we perceive to be true based on what someone else says and/or who said something first. Do you seriously discern His truth this way? Nevvvine, no kidding, who cares what the RC church says or does. They nor any other denomination is our standard of truth. Scripture alone is the authority so let us reason from the scripture. Steve |
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38 | Am I ignorant | 1 Cor 12:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 212050 | ||
You say something key in your question asking me do I have a definitive verse of scripture that does say these ministries will end upon the death of the Apostles! The key is, ministries! In fact, I do not think these "ministries" have ceased. That is much different then to say that there are Apostles or Prophets today. I believe the passage in Ephesians does not teach anything about apostles or prophets being given to the Church throughout the church age. I do believe that the ministries of apostles and prophets that were given to the Church live on which does indeed continue to this day to build up the Church. But the foundation was laid (Ephesians 2:20) and the faith once for all handed down (Jude 1:3). Your position seems to hang on the view that one must be living today as a prophet or apostle for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ until we all attain to the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a mature man, to the measure of the stature which belongs to the fullness of Christ. Not so, for the fruit of their labor lives on to this day! It did not end with their death! Your argument for point 2 is irrelevant. We are not discussing any teaching of the RC church. By the way, the RC church also believes that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. Shall we reject biblical teaching that testifies to this truth just because the RC church holds to it also? I would think not :-) So, that brings us back to what the scripture says. We need to be diligent to reason from what scripture says not from something outside of the scripture to draw meaning of the scripture. Scripture teaches what it teaches and is not dependant on anything else to validate it. Steve |
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39 | Am I ignorant | 1 Cor 12:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 212044 | ||
Hi Cheri, I don't argue for or against certain gifts at this point. My understanding has changed because of arguments given which go beyond scripture to validate the teachings. My position is, I'm not sure :-) So I continue to look at the scriptures and the arguments laid out by mankind for their teachings to see if they line up with scripture. For me, once we began to leave the doctrine of sola Scriptura I lose trust in the teaching. You said "There are many circumstances today that don't seem to be addressed in the Bible as fully (or at all) and they need to be." Humm... so Cheri or Steve or Joe etc... has the ability and knowledge and authority to determine what needs to be in the word of God? If this is your reasoning Cheri then it has no scriptural proof or foundation to establish the proper understanding of the passage in question nor activity of the gifts in the church today. Can you see that? There is nothing that needs to be explained today that God did not explain in His word. Sorry but that is assuming mankind knows what needs to be or should have been explained or that there is something that is needed that God didn't provide to us. Our questions and/or inability to understand is not the determining factor of what is or is not in the word of God. We have the RC Church, JW's, Mormons, etc... and even the straw man arguments from mainstream protestant churches that find themselves in error today because they go outside of God's word and/or think that God's word is not sufficient as He deemed it so. These are the results of man deciding what is or should be the truth and look how far off the mark they get. What do the Scriptures say? That should be our question and when Scripture no longer speaks on the matter then surely we began teaching the precepts of men. Just my opinion :-) Steve |
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40 | Am I ignorant | 1 Cor 12:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 212040 | ||
Cheri will you answer this same question I ask Nevvvine? Do you believe this passage is saying that there is a need for more/new apostles and prophets in the church other then what we know of in Scripture? (i.e. is there apostles and prophets in the Church today or is it the ministry of the prophets and apostles of old that are applicable in the Church today)? Steve |
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