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21 | why men struggle - being head of house | 2 Timothy | Hiram Abiff | 9541 | ||
I recently read Maximized Manhood by Dr. Edwin Louis Cole. Wow, what a change in my marriage. Once my wife realized, by reading the book, that I was attempting to become the spiritual head (priest) of our family and not trying to be a dictator she supported the idea in full. The change in our level of communication has been astounding and has led to our nightly Bible study and prayer together. One interesting thing I have noticed is that since I have put myself in this position I have a renewed hunger for understanding of the Word and have felt the need to pray for guidance often as I feel I have taken on a sacred responsibility. | ||||||
22 | Should a Christian be a Mason? | Bible general Archive 1 | Hiram Abiff | 9131 | ||
Hank: You are correct about my intent. I posted this to point out that Mason beliefs give equal credence to the Bible and mystical (Eastern and other) writings. I studied their rituals and beliefs a few months ago when I was considering joining a lodge. I believe their rituals can be traced to Isis, Baal and other Pagan gods and demons. This is not to say that the average rank and file lodge member is aware due to the fact that the gods are represented by symbolism rather than by name. However I also believe Christians can be duped into sacrilegious acts and continue many years without knowledge of what they are supporting. Not all Pagan worship is conducted naked while dancing around a bonfire :) Can you be saved and be a participating Mason? I don’t know, but the fact that other gods are called upon was plenty reason for me to run the other way. |
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23 | Should a Christian be a Mason? | Bible general Archive 1 | Hiram Abiff | 9125 | ||
The Masonic Bible The Oxford University Press publishes a special edition of the Bible for presentation to Masonic candidates containing a declaration that "the Bible itself is a symbol - that is, a part taken for the whole" ..and in the same edition, Dr. Fort Newton explains that, "the whole includes God's revelation through the Bible, the Koran, the Vedas, etc" Masonic Record, June 1926 in an article by Bro. T.H.R entitled "What are our landmarks?" "The second landmark is the Volume of Sacred Law open in the Lodge. But the Bible is not more than one of the Great Lights, and never has been, for the reason that Masons are not required to believe its teachings ..The stern fact is that we are constantly admitting Hindus, Chinese, Mohammedans, Parsees and Jews, not one of whom believes in the Bible, and this forces the conclusion that masonry regards the Bible only as a symbol" The Bible is the only 'Volume of Sacred Law open in the lodges of western nations (USA / UK) leading many there to assume a measure of Christianity. The Volume(s) open in a lodge simply reflects that particular nation's religious leaning at that point in time. In Singapore for instance there are five 'Volumes of Sacred Law' open upon the altar. http://www.cri-ireland.co.uk/fmasonry/bible.htm |
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24 | Re: Ex 33:19 | Ex 7:3 | Hiram Abiff | 8967 | ||
Hank: Sorry that I misread you intent. Your meaning is now clear and I agree. I pray nightly before my wife and I study the Bible for guidance and understanding. I believe that God will open my eyes to what I need to understand at the present time. This does not stop me from picking the brains of believers who have a greater understanding. “We find ourselves at times engaged in some vain attempt to extract from the Bible things that simply aren't there, to ask "biblical" questions about things on which the Bible is silent, and to ignore things about which the Bible shouts. Very good advise for me. I will take it to heart. To be called wise by a man such as you is truly a compliment of the highest order :) |
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25 | Why did God harden Pharaoh's heart? | Ex 7:3 | Hiram Abiff | 8964 | ||
Thanks. I printed out your posts so I can bring them to the bookstore. God bless you guys |
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26 | Re: Ex 33:19 | Ex 7:3 | Hiram Abiff | 8958 | ||
The election / free will debate is way over my head at this time. It is enough to know that He saved me regardless of whether He chose me or I came to Him of my own free will. | ||||||
27 | Why did God harden Pharaoh's heart? | Ex 7:3 | Hiram Abiff | 8950 | ||
Mark, Thanks for the tip about “God's Strategy in Human History". I suppose it is time to start expanding my Christian library beyond a few Bible translations :). My first attempt was “The Prayer of Jabez”. It seemed to be a manual on what I would describe as prayer casting (kind of a Christian white magic). Regarding your explanation of Ex 7:3. The idea that He did this to set the stage to strengthen the Israelites belief in Him makes sense. |
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28 | Re: Ex 33:19 | Ex 7:3 | Hiram Abiff | 8949 | ||
I was unaware of Ex 33:19. This puts a different perspective on things in general. Am I correct to interpret this to mean God will use a man as He pleases for the general good even if the results are not what we would see as being in our personal best interest? | ||||||
29 | Why did God harden Pharaoh's heart? | Ex 7:3 | Hiram Abiff | 8941 | ||
Why did God harden Pharaoh's heart? It seems out of character for God to cause a behavior and then punish it. If Pharaoh was going to repeat his past behavior the hardening was not necessary, if he was really going to free the Israelites this action on God’s part kept them in captivity longer. Please don’t think I’m accusing God of meanness, I just can’t understand the motivation. | ||||||
30 | Holy Spirit and the nature of God? | Heb 1:2 | Hiram Abiff | 8153 | ||
Ray, I also believe in the Lord Jesus as God, but now have the faith to believe in Him as a part of the triune Godhead with the power of “God”. My understanding may be rudimentary at this point but it is enough to allow me to grow in Christ. I agree with you about capitalization of any pronoun referring to God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. In my mind the practice is not only correct form but a method of praise as well. |
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31 | Is the Word-Faith movement biblical ? | John 10:27 | Hiram Abiff | 8147 | ||
Mark, your comments were taken in the intended spirit by me. I had already left that particular Church when I asked the question. I guess I felt the need for some other viewpoints. I was LED to believe that I was being walked down a wrong path and learned a valuable lesson about listening to the voice of God in my heart. | ||||||
32 | Holy Spirit and the nature of God? | Heb 1:2 | Hiram Abiff | 8138 | ||
Thank you Steve and Ray. You guys have helped me see the issue more clearly. Through prayer, Bible study and meditation this weekend I am finally at peace and have come to terms with the issue. God bless you. | ||||||
33 | Holy Spirit and the nature of God? | Heb 1:2 | Hiram Abiff | 8014 | ||
Ray, I think that we are discussing two different issues on the same thread. Can we discuss my question about the makeup of the Godhead on this thread and your question on the other thread? If I don’t compartmentalize these I may get confused and start debating myself as well as you. | ||||||
34 | Holy Spirit and the nature of God? | Heb 1:2 | Hiram Abiff | 8010 | ||
Ray, Apparently I was mistaken about Heb. 2:6. The capitalization you pointed out seems to indicate humans without divinity are being referred to in both parts. I base this on KJV and ASV. I am clueless about the NASB as I have never studied it and do not know its punctuation (capitalization) scheme. NASB HEB 2:6 But one has testified somewhere, saying, "WHAT IS MAN, THAT YOU REMEMBER HIM? OR THE SON OF MAN, THAT YOU ARE CONCERNED ABOUT HIM? ASV HEB 2:6 But one hath somewhere testified, saying, What is man, that thou art mindful of him? Or the son of man, that thou visitest him? KJV HEB 2:6 But one in a certain place testified, saying, What is man, that thou art mindful of him? or the son of man, that thou visitest him? If this is true your question is not addressed in this scripture. “We can only have one father” We have one human father and one heavenly Father. “Jesus especially can have one Father because of His nature.” I don’t know where you got the impression that I believe Jesus had more than one Father. I believe Jesus had one Father and no father. “In other words, you can not have a historical Jesus of the atheist who thinks of Him as Joseph's son. (Or at best think of Him as the Son of man.) I don't believe you can have a Son of man and a Son of Man.” My statement pertained to an atheist’s concept of Jesus. I do not believe there was a bodily Jesus and separate spiritual Jesus walking the earth together (if I’m reading your opinion of my view correctly), that would be ludicrous. The Readers Digest Condensed version of my view. Jesus was conceived by God and Mary by Immaculate Conception. God miraculously impregnated Mary. No man’s sperm was involved, neither Joseph’s nor anybody else’s. Jesus was both man and God at the same time in one body. When Jesus ascended into heaven it was as a spirit being (God), where He resides today. Let me phrase the question differently again; is a correct view of the makeup of the Godhead (in heaven at this present time) necessary for salvation? |
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35 | Holy Spirit and the nature of God? | Heb 1:2 | Hiram Abiff | 8003 | ||
Ray, Not ignoring you. Must study and think (don't want to look like too big of an idiot) I will reply soon. | ||||||
36 | Can we now crown Him as Priest and King? | Heb 2:6 | Hiram Abiff | 7995 | ||
Ray, You asked for my answer to this question on another thread. This question may be over my head as I am still an infant in Christ, but it is food for thought. My interpretation, What is man : Thou hast made Him for a little while lower than the angels Or the Son of Man : Thou hast crowned Him with glory and honor The rest refers to the Son of man. |
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37 | Is the Word-Faith movement biblical ? | John 10:27 | Hiram Abiff | 7992 | ||
Tim, I’m sorry for your loss and ashamed that any Christian would be so callous and unfeeling toward you and your family. I feel fortunate to have left before I suffered anything more than a bruised heart. Since this was my introduction to Christianity I now find myself reevaluating everything I was taught and told. Kind of trying to separate the wheat from the chaff. | ||||||
38 | Holy Spirit and the nature of God? | Heb 1:2 | Hiram Abiff | 7990 | ||
Hi Ray, I have not seen your question on Heb 2:6.I will look for it and answer if I can. I believe Christ was God / man while on earth and I believe He is in heaven now. My confusion lies in whether He is the full Godhead or an equal member of a triune Godhead. But to restate my question. If I believe in the wrong concept of God's nature (meaning the make-up of the Godhead) can I really have salvation? Many atheist and other non-believers believe in a historical Jesus, but deny His nature as God (or part of God) and therefore cannot receive salvation until they accept the nature of Jesus. John 3:15 does not refer to accepting a historical Jesus, but a divine Jesus. Using the same logic, if I don’t understand the true nature, am I saved any more than the atheist who does not understand is? |
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39 | Holy Spirit and the nature of God? | Not Specified | Hiram Abiff | 7903 | ||
Can the Holy Spirit reside in a person who denies the true nature of God? As a new Christian I am very concerned about the makeup of the Godhead. I am not asking for an explanation of different views, I have read the posts on this and other boards and discussed the issue with several lay Christians and Pastors and feel I understand the points of each (oneness and triune). I believe the triune orthodoxy has more Biblical evidence, but I need to pray for guidance. |
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40 | Holy Spirit and the nature of God? | Heb 1:2 | Hiram Abiff | 7963 | ||
Can the Holy Spirit reside in a person who denies the true nature of God? As a new Christian I am very concerned about the makeup of the Godhead. I am not asking for an explanation of different views, I have read the posts on this and other boards and discussed the issue with several lay Christians and Pastors and feel I understand the points of each (oneness and triune). I believe the triune orthodoxy has more Biblical evidence, but I need to pray for guidance. |
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