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21 | For Joe. | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 16254 | ||
The choir thanks you for the good word, bro retxar |
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22 | Do you understand Islam vs. Christianity | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 16367 | ||
Sometimes I hear the word Islamic and sometimes I hear the word Moslem. I am going to sound real stupid here, but are they the same thing? I have assumed they were. In Christ Jesus, retxar |
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23 | Do you understand Islam vs. Christianity | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 16373 | ||
Thanks EdB. So Moslem would be as we would say Christian and Islamic would be as we would say Baptist, Methodist, etc., right? OK here's another question from the un-informed (that sounds much better than stupid!). You said, "Incidently Islamic followers by definition belong to the "Nation of Islam" therefore much of their loyalites are reside there." What exatly does this mean? Are certain middle east countries considered to be part of the "Nation of Islam" or is this just something Moslems say as we may say "Kingdom of God"? thanks, retxar |
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24 | Unbaptized children | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 16678 | ||
The scripture references you gave is strong evidence that water baptism is NOT required for salvation, NOT support that water baptism is a requirement. Eph 4:5 declares one baptism as you have quoted. However, Heb 6:2 says the doctrine of BAPTISMS not baptism, right? Look at Mat3:11b, Mat20:22-23, Mar1:8b, Mar10:38-39, Luk3:16b, Luk12:50, Acts1:5b, and Acts11:16b. Can we agree that none of these references mean water baptism? So, can we agree that the Word declares more than 1 baptism, as far as number goes? So, what does "one baptism" mean in Eph 4:5? Since the Word declares more than one baptism, as far as number, the "one" here must mean the one baptism that brings salvation. Not the baptism into the body of Christ PLUS water baptism, but baptism into the body of Christ ALONE (1Cor12:13). You listed Acts 8:36-38. This is one of the strongest passages I know that shows that salvation and water baptism are 2 different acts, and that salvation is required for water baptism, but water baptism is not required for salvation. In verse 36 the eunuch asks, "What hinders me from being baptized?" Philip answer what would have prevented him from being baptized in verse 37. Then Philip said, "If you believe with all your heart, you may." The eunuch responds with, "I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God." This lines up with Rom10:9. Verse 38, Philip baptizes him. Water baptism here could not be the "one baptism" unto salvation, because according to verse 37, salvation had already occurred. Jesus Saves! retxar |
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25 | Unbaptized children | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 17009 | ||
You asked "if baptism isn’t water baptism (which I obviously lean towards) then what is it and where are the scriptures to show it?" Did you not read my post to you a few days ago that I gave to you to show that each time "baptism" is spoken of in Scripture that it is not always speaking of water baptism? I gave you 10 verses or so that speak of batism that can not be referring to water baptism. Is there ANY verses I gave that you think are referring to water baptism? I don't like reposting but I will repost the part I am referring to bacause I don't really think you saw it, as you are still asking for Scripture that speak of any baptism other than water. Repost: Eph 4:5 declares one baptism as you have quoted. However, Heb 6:2 says the doctrine of BAPTISMS not baptism, right? Look at Mat3:11b, Mat20:22-23, Mar1:8b, Mar10:38-39, Luk3:16b, Luk12:50, Acts1:5b, and Acts11:16b. Can we agree that none of these references mean water baptism? So, can we agree that the Word declares more than 1 baptism, as far as number goes? So, what does "one baptism" mean in Eph 4:5? Since the Word declares more than one baptism, as far as number, the "one" here must mean the one baptism that brings salvation. Not the baptism into the body of Christ PLUS water baptism, but baptism into the body of Christ ALONE (1Cor12:13). Jesus Saves! retxar |
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26 | Did Jesus spend 3 days in hell? | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 17154 | ||
Good teaching here, bro! Jesus was glorified on the cross not in the grave! When He said “It is finished” He meant ”It was finished”, NOT “I going to hell now to get beat up some more!” I agree with what you said of Jesus going to Paradise and declaring the Good News (1Pe 4:6) and then took the captives to heaven (Eph 4:8). What's your thoughts concerning Acts 2:31 that says “His soul was not left in Hades”? How or does that tie in with 1Pe 3:19 that says “He went and preached to the spirits in prison”? How or does that tie in with Phi 2:10 that says “at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those UNDER the earth”? Does this mean Jesus went to Hades, along with going to Paradise, and proclaimed the Gospel? Thanks, retxar |
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27 | Unbaptized children | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 18088 | ||
I won't repeat what I have already said about baptisms (notice the “s” on the end, i.e. Heb 6:2). When I balance scripture with scripture, the "one baptism" theory just does not “hold water” with me. Of coarse I haven’t looked at Mark 28:19 yet; maybe that would throw the balance the other way :-). The baptism with the Holy Spirit is a difficult subject only if we try to come up with a different definition than what Jesus told us plainly in Acts 1:5, described in Acts 1:8, and was first manifested in Acts 2:4. Nowhere does the Word suggest it was a one time event. Peter actually said the opposite in Act 2:17. Eph 4:1-7 is speaking of unity in the church thru the working of the Holy Spirit in each believer. We, as the body of Christ, have unity because of our common beliefs. Maybe we will never share the same views on baptism, but I am willing to bet the beliefs we share are greater than any potential differences we might have. What’a’ya think? | ||||||
28 | Only seal and horse in same verse Rev6:5 | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 19526 | ||
You may think this is just a bunch of bull. But “BUNCH OF BULL” has 11 letters, so “YOU ARE WRONG”! (11 letters BTW)! “MARK MY WORDS”, You can run, but “YOU CAN’T HIDE”! GOD BLESS YOU (11 again) (“SEE, I TOLD YOU”) 1Tim 4:7 But reject profane and old wives' fables, and exercise yourself toward godliness. Jesus saves! retxar |
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29 | Unbaptized children | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21027 | ||
Hi Kin, I thought this horse died? Let's beat it one more time to make sure! Acts 10:47-48 is YET ANOTHER example of water baptism being a work to follow salvation. To be baptized into the body of Christ is an act of grace thru faith unto salvation, NOT water baptism. How could this example you have given here be more clear that the believers were saved before water baptism??? How could anyone force any other conclusion??? Act 10:47 "Can anyone forbid water, that these should not be baptized WHO HAVE RECEIVED (notice past tense) the Holy Spirit just as we have?" How could they WHO HAVE RECEIVED the Holy Spirit NOT be saved??? NO WAY, NO HOW could they NOT be saved! This incident occurred some 8 years after Pentecost. No doubt many Gentiles had received salvation before this time because of what Peter said in Acts 10:35: "But in every nation whoever fears Him and works righteousness IS ACCEPTED (NOT, will be accepted) by Him. The Jewish believers who came with Peter were not surprised at God saving the Gentiles, but that God poured out the Holy Spirit upon the Gentiles in the same manner as He poured out the Holy Spirit on the Jews at Pentecost. It is obvious that no Gentiles had received water baptism before this time, but many had been saved as Peter indicated in verse 9-10. Jesus saves! retxar |
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30 | Unbaptized children | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21192 | ||
Greetings, Kin First of all Peter did not say “I NOW REALIZE”. He simply said “I REALIZE” (perceive). The “NOW” you quoted in Acts 10:34 does not exist in the NKJV or the KJV and is only in the NASB because it was added (italicized). But it does not matter if these were the very first Gentile believers or not. The point is: (1) Peter and his Jewish friends knew they could be saved. (2) They did not know if they could be baptized or not. (3) The believers were unquestionably saved before they were baptized. I know you have been under some hard teaching on this subject, bro, but don’t read something into the Word that is not there. Balance scripture with scripture. Any place water baptism is included with salvation that seems to say water baptism is required in addition to grace thru faith does not stand up when taken in context and when balanced with other scripture (i.e. Mark 16:16). Water baptism is a declaration of salvation, not a means of salvation. Example: I coach cross-country at a local high school. I coached a young man this year that won the state meet with a state record breaking time. If you asked me about the race, I might tell you that he won the race, set a state record, and receive a trophy declaring him 2001 state champion. If you become a cross-country coach some day and one of your kids comes up to you and ask you what they need to do to be state champion, you might tell them, well this is what retxar said, “win the race, set a state record, and receive a trophy that declares you state champion”. Well, all you are telling this kid is true, and if they did this they would certainly be the state champ. However, if they have nothing else to go on, they could win the race and still not believe they are the state champion unless they also break the state record, and then only when, and if, they get a trophy that says so. In reality tho, they would be state champion the very instant their foot crossed the finish line. The trophy would just be a declaration of that fact. Water baptism has the same relationship to salvation. It is a declaration of our salvation, not a means of salvation. Jesus Saves!!! retxar |
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31 | On Harry Potter? | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21313 | ||
Hi EdB, I saw the same program. I caught probably less than you, but I agree with what you are saying here. I believe the lady was sincere and born again, and not just a fanatical witch hunter. She was saying Harry Potter, tho fiction, is based on real witchcraft practiced by real witches. Parents and teachers like Harry Potter because it gets kids to read. The witches don't care about that, but are only concerned that their craft is presented accurately. The lady on the show said some witches were upset because the book had witches riding brooms with the straw end of the broom behind them, as most people think is correct, but in their actual ceremonies they “ride” around on brooms with the straw end in the front. Otherwise, most of the ceremonies, spells, etc, were "po-witchely" correct. I, personally, don’t know a lot about Harry Potter, but from what I have seen, It seems to be something satan would want to promote, because it portrays real witchcraft, sorcery, and spells as an innocent passion of a little boy. Just the way I see it now. I will research further. God bless, retxar |
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32 | On Harry Potter? | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21329 | ||
Good morning EdB! OK this is what I found out. The lady's name is Caryl Matrisciana. She was on John Hagee’s show with Robert S. McGee, the author of "The Search for Significance" on 10-7-1. A Windows Media or Mp3 audio of the entire program is available at jhm.org under the audio archives link. It’s free if you click “listen now” or 2.50 to download. She also has a video out, that McGee host, discussing HP and witchcraft called "Harry Potter: Witchcraft Repackaged". Her web site is therealpotter.com It has a sample of the video and a review is available at christiananswers.net I’m not trying to be a witch hunter here, folks, as this is a bible study forum. I’m just trying to provide the source for some scattered info Ed and I have already threw out there so whoever desires can evaluate for themselves. Hope this is useful to all, retxar |
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33 | On Harry Potter? | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21383 | ||
Thanks bro! I'll check it out | ||||||
34 | Unbaptized children | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21390 | ||
Thanks Nolan! God truly gave me this example here, and I praise Him for it! I prayed for God to use the accomplishments He has allowed me to enjoy over all this for His glory. He has certainly been faithful in answering that prayer! After the meet, the boys dad came up to me, thanking me for the work I had done with his son this year. He was gleaming and had the trophy in his hand. Without even thinking, I took it from him, prayed a prayer of thanks over it and gave it back to him. It was a great witness and Holy Spirit lead. He was touched and a seed was planted! Praise the Lord!!! retxar |
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35 | On Harry Potter? | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21412 | ||
I am so sorry. Please forgive me. retxar |
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36 | Unbaptized children | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21630 | ||
You asked; “I asked if you could show me where in the scriptures the Bible defines what water baptism is?” O.K. how about 1Pe 3:21 “and this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also--not the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a good conscience toward God. It saves you by the resurrection of Jesus Christ” Peter describes water baptism as a symbol of our salvation. I think I said earlier water baptism was a declaration of our salvation. Notice how Peter is careful to point out that it was not the washing of baptism that saves us, but rather the good conscience toward God for the confidence we can have in the complete work of Jesus that saves us! I think he was careful to make this distinction so people would not mistakenly believe that the water saves. I’m taking a break from this discussion, as I am already blue in the face and I can’t think of anything else to add. I don’t see a lot of use in continuing, only to present questions that are never answered. You state you have done an in depth study on this issue. However, you have failed to answer simple questions on this issue! Salvation BY GRACE THRU FAITH is not that complicated of a think to grasp! That is what The Word plainly teaches. I don’t ask you to do an “in depth study” as you feel I must do to believe in a grace thru faith plus works salvation. Just read Eph 2:8-9 and believe it for what it simply and plainly says! Previous questions I have asked that you did not answer: 1. How could they WHO HAVE RECEIVED the Holy Spirit NOT be saved? (Acts 10:47) 2. How could the Jews have ever questioned water baptism if they thought it was a salvation requirement? (Acts 10:47) 3. Would Paul not have also been called to baptize if baptism was required for salvation? (1Co 1:17) 4. If Mar 16:16 is saying water baptism is required for salvation, then you must also accept ALL the signs spoken of in the next two verses as requirements that must follow ALL believers who are truly saved. Is that your position? 5. How is it possible to turn to Jesus without turning from sin? (Acts 9, in ref to repentance) 6. Heb 6:2 says the doctrine of BAPTISMS not baptism, right? (In ref to more than 1 baptism) 7. Maybe we will never share the same views on baptism, but I am willing to bet the beliefs we share are greater than any potential differences we might have. What’a’ya think? I will look again at your study, but I may or may not respond. In the mean time, if you can come up with any legitimate answers to the above questions, let me know. Question number 7 is the only one I would insist on you answering. Eph 2:8-9 For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast. In Christ Jesus, retxar |
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37 | Are new worship songs scripturally OK? | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 22276 | ||
Are you sure this is the web site you meant? | ||||||
38 | Study Bible Doctrine | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 22721 | ||
Thanks bro! I appreciate you taking the time to help me out! God bless! retxar |
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39 | Study Bible Doctrine | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 22872 | ||
Thanks kalos, I appreciate your research. I love study Bibles and your recommendation of the NASB SB caught my eye as something I might want for Christmas or something! I have looked at the MacAther Study bible but did not know a lot the NASB SB. Thanks again! retxar |
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40 | Have you tried e-Sword? | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 25844 | ||
I own Logos and Bible Explorer (epiphanysoftware.com) that I paid major bucks for. I would rate BE superior to Logos, but would trade neither for e-Sword, even tho it is free (donation suggested). I have used e-Sword since version 3 and now use it almost exclusively. It is undated about monthly and has many resources available. The feature I like best is being able to enter my own commentary (or any I find from any text source) and have it linked to the corresponding scripture. In addition to the available commentaries, I took 3 commentaries I liked in Bible Explorer and put them in e-Sword. They are all linked to the corresponding scripture and function like they are part of the program, and are actually more useful than they were in BE. I also have David Guzik’s commentaries (calvarychapel.com/simivalley) and even useful notes I have got from this forum, all linked to the corresponding scripture. Any recourse I find I want to use, I can put it into e-Sword and make it function as part of the program. Check it out (E-sword.net). 2Ti 2:15a Study to shew thyself approved unto God God Bless, retxar |
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