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21 | MARK 16:16: Was it perverted? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 101969 | ||
Radioman, You quote as doctrine the precepts of MAN! Just because someone told you that baptism is not necessary for salvation does not make it so. You discount the honest observation of Arapqa, offer NO scripture, but instead give him a WEBSITE! AO |
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22 | The unpardonable sin? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 102033 | ||
Tim, Can a Christian lose their salvation? AO |
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23 | The unpardonable sin? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 102035 | ||
Momma, Thank you for your postings. AO |
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24 | The unpardonable sin? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 102051 | ||
One entry found for forum. Main Entry: fo·rum Pronunciation: fOr-um, Function: noun Inflected Forms: plural forums also fo·ra Etymology: Latin; akin to Latin foris outside, fores door -- more at DOOR Date: 15th century 1 a : the marketplace or public place of an ancient Roman city forming the center of judicial and public business b : a public meeting place for open discussion c : a medium (as a newspaper) of open discussion or expression of ideas 2 : a judicial body or assembly : COURT 3 a : a public meeting or lecture involving audience discussion b : a program (as on radio or television) involving discussion of a problem usually by several authorities (Merriam Webster Dictionary) You apparently view the Study Bible Forum as definition #2. AO |
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25 | The unpardonable sin? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 102070 | ||
Radioman2, How do you mean? I would like your feedback. AO |
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26 | The unpardonable sin? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 102071 | ||
Momma, I enjoy the forum and appreciate your viewpoint. Thank you for your gentle spirit. AO |
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27 | Is God subject to change? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 102237 | ||
Gentlemen, Just a note on whether God is surprised by anything: Jer 19:3-5 4"Because they have forsaken Me and have made this an alien place and have burned sacrifices in it to other gods that neither they nor their forefathers nor the kings of Judah had ever known, and because they have filled this place with the blood of the innocent 5and have built the high places of Baal to burn their sons in the fire as burnt offerings to Baal, a thing which I never commanded or spoke of, nor did it ever enter My mind; NAS Some things God never conceived, because of the gross immorality involved. It “never entered (His) mind”. AO |
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28 | The unpardonable sin? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 102238 | ||
Tim, In re-reading your post, I understand your belief that salvation is a past completed action and that this is instrumental to your faith. Your post stated, “Titus (3):4 - " But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, 5 he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, 6 whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, 7 so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life." Every action of God in this verse (is) in the tense of past completed action. We aren't being saved. We aren't hoping to be saved. We are saved, justified, and have already become heir of eternal life.” Consider this regarding your comments: Titus 3:7 states that we “might” become heirs having the “hope” of eternal life. These words are not definite, but conditional. Furthermore, we should continue reading this chapter: Titus 3:8 8This is a trustworthy statement; and concerning these things I want you to speak confidently, so that those who have believed God may be careful to engage in good deeds. These things are good and profitable for men. NAS Paul directs Christians to speak confidently of those things they have learned to encourage all Christians to WORK! Christians must be careful to engage in good deeds! We also must note that this concept of serving God is a process of “being saved”. 1 Cor 1:18 18For the word of the cross is to those who are perishing foolishness, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. NAS As long as a Christian is working to do what God desires of him, he is saved. If he is lazy, he should expect no better treatment than what scripture affords the lazy slave in the parable of the talents. If you desire to explore this further I am at your service. AO |
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29 | Is God subject to change? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 102269 | ||
Steve, I understand your interesting point of God being upset with His creation going so far astray from His will. Why would God choose to comment that these things never came to His mind? Would it not have been sufficient to merely say these were terrible sins? Yet, God specifically chose to go further. Could it be that God chooses not to know some things? AO |
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30 | Is God subject to change? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 102281 | ||
By your questions are we to infer that you can know about something and not foresee it? AO |
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31 | Is God subject to change? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 102282 | ||
Then, John, why did God say what He did in Jer 19:4-5? AO |
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32 | Is God subject to change? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 102285 | ||
John, If only one Christian soul successfully entered heaven, would Christ's death been in vain? Of course not! Just because God created man with the ability to choose does not mean His plan is ever changing. God's plan is for all to be saved, but it is for man to uphold their end of the bargin. AO |
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33 | Is God subject to change? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 102287 | ||
Radioman, I can not answer the question unless I understand what you perceive the difference to be in knowing all things and foreseeing all things. Is that not reasonable to ask? AO |
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34 | How many in upper room?? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 115256 | ||
Arrow, Remember that the chapter and verses we have in our translations today were not in the original letter. Keeping that in mind, Acts 1:26 specifically identifies the apostles. Acts 2:1-15 continues the narrative concerning the same people (and not necessarily the same or next day). How do we know the "they" in Acts 2:4 were not the 120? Aside from using proper grammatical rules, we must acknowledge that Jesus had disciples from all of the various regions He visited during His ministry. Acts 1:14 also tells us some of the disciples present were women. With these points in mind consider Acts 2:7 and Acts 2:14-15. One tells us those speaking in tongues were “all” Galileans. Would all of the 120 been Galileans? We know the apostles were. Were only Galilean disciples faithful to Jesus or would the 120 include Judean and Perean Jews, as well? Secondly, Peter acknowledges those mocked in verse 13 were all "men". If 120 people spoke in tongues, might it been unusual to separate the 12 from them so quickly and simultaneously identify the group displaying this miraculous gift as consisting solely of men? Why would Peter leave out the other 108? Was he a male chauvinist? Maybe he desired public attention only be focused on the apostles? Could it be 108 were not present? AO |
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35 | Is the mind the battle ground? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 138581 | ||
Majestic, There are actually many scientific and historical proofs found within scripture that confirm for the Christian the validity of the Bible. There are no known scientific facts that run counter to anything in scripture. Whether the transmission of disease by germs, the incompatibility of flesh between animals and humans or the knowledge of a round Earth, the Bible disclosed all these things centuries before they were ever discovered by scientists. What you require is an understanding of God's Master Plan. There is only one way for it to be received. Ask God to help and He will provide you with the messenger. Your job will then be to analyze all that is taught so you are confident in your own mind that the information is correct. Ultimately, you must become an independent thinker within the framework of Scripture so that you can share your knowledge with others. Radical, yes; fanatical, no. Keep praying for guidance and God will be faithful. Best regards, AO |
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36 | What is considered an Idol | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 140716 | ||
Noveta, In the verse you give, God provides several distinct and separate commands. That we shall not make an idol is one command; that we are not to worship them is another. Thus the use of the object in worship is not necessary for it to be sin. Regardless whether we actually pray to the object, the object is not condoned by God. One reference states: While we may not make or bow down to a statue, we must be constantly on guard that we let nothing come between us and God (i.e. disregard for His commands—my emphasis!). As soon as anything does, that thing is an idol. In addition to material objects such as houses, land, and cars, idols can be people, popular heroes, or those whom we love. Objects of worship can even include things like fame, reputation, hobbies, pride, and deeds done in the name of the Lord. Idolatry is a dangerous and deceitful sin. No wonder prophets preached against it so often and so strongly.” (from Nelson's Illustrated Bible Dictionary) (Copyright (C) 1986, Thomas Nelson Publishers) NT Scripture is clear that God still prohibits the manufacture and use of any manmade item possessing, even simply, a spiritual meaning (Acts 17:29; 19:24-25; 1Jo5:21). Statues or images of Jesus, Mary or angels are clearly not desired by God (Deu 4:15-16; LK 11:27-28; Col 2:18-19), but even less obvious idols such as "WWJD" adornments and "Christian" fish are spoken against in scripture by the necessary inference that God does not desire His people to use symbols of any kind to proclaim their righteousness (MT6:1). We need only to remember Jesus' rebuke of the scribes and Pharisees. (MK12:38-40; MT23:1-7) Can a person seer their conscience to convince themselves that a religious image is “OK”? Of course, that is true, however, it does not change how God views the situation. Best regards, AO |
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37 | What is considered an Idol | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 140728 | ||
Tim, Your assertions do not simply square with reality. Simply argueing that God will consider the display of "WWJD" braclets and "Christian fish" as something different than "deeds to be noticed by men" (MT 23:5) is, at best, wishful thinking. AO |
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38 | What is considered an Idol | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 140754 | ||
Lionheart, I appreciate your intent in what you wrote. I think the following verses are key in Romans 14: Rom 14:16-20 16Therefore do not let what is for you a good thing be spoken of as evil; 17for the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. 18For he who in this way serves Christ is acceptable to God and approved by men. 19So then let us pursue the things which make for peace and the building up of one another. NAS If all foods are acceptable for consumption, but a Christian brother has yet to reach that understanding, should the mature Christian eat those foods considered by the immature to be unclean? I would expect you would agree that the mature should not do something that will create a barrier between himself and a brother. Why then would the mature wear a symbol which might be considered a sin? Is this to demonstrate their love for their brother or flaunt their disregard? How does this foster God's command that we be of the same mind in spiritual matters? In the end, Chrisitians must know what is acceptable to God and act accordingly. We refrain from creating any stumbling block to others in Christ, because we serve the Lord, not ourselves. We are our brother's keeper, however, so act to turn the brother who sins back to God. AO |
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39 | Scriptural support? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 140756 | ||
Tim, The scripture references apply to idols; the topic of this discussion. You believe that religious symbols made into jewelry are excluded yet offer no scriptural support. Whether "WWJD" braclets, "christian fish" or a 6" rapper cross pendant, they all are religious symbols designed to carry a message, created by man and subject to MT 23:5. In the end, Christians must follow scripture in handling the topic rather than public opinion. AO |
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40 | Scriptural support? | Bible general Archive 2 | Aspiring Overseer | 140777 | ||
Kalos, The difference is THEY were commanded by God. AO |
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