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21 | What qualifies a cultist? | Is 43:7 | Psalm 25 | 187619 | ||
Thanks John, So then, do you label Watchman Nee as a cult leader or cultist? All I know is his unorthodoxed explaination of the trinity. While I am not really sure what Nee means, how does this label him cultist? Curiously, Psalm 25 |
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22 | What qualifies a cultist? | Is 43:7 | Psalm 25 | 187618 | ||
Doc, Well, by the very definition that you quoted from Dr. Martin. I still do not see how Watchman Nee,whom I'm sure I disagee with, has meet the qualifications. Unless there is more I don't know about what Nee said, I see absolutely no effect on anyones salvation or the security thereof. Nor do I see how this would effect a believer's everyday walk with God? If anything, I think the right label would be "heretic." I believe Dr. Martin has helped the Christinan community enormously but he also was pretty darn arrogant and self righteous in many of his summations. It is one thing to draw attention to serious errors that plague Christianity but he tended to "attack some" (certainly not all). I have read and agreed with him time after time but to label Watchman Nee as a cultist (based on what I know so far) is going way over the line. Perhaps "a very serious error indeed," (the jury is still out as I do not know the full implication of what Nee is saying) but to label him cultist? Please help as I do not see it. Help........ Psalm 25 |
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23 | What qualifies a cultist? | Is 43:7 | Psalm 25 | 187615 | ||
Jeff, I am not trying to "split hairs." I am extremely upset/concerned about doctrinal errors that are growing by leaps and bounds. What I was addressing, in all respect, was that Watchman Nee was labeled a cultist. While not defending him whatever my understanding of "cultist" is anyone who leads others away from salvation and/or leads them "to paths of destruction" and into the arms of Satan which will result in them going to hell. I do not see how Watchman Nee is saying anything that would qualify him as a cult leader or a cultist. I am as dedicated and as sincere in promoting truth and exposing error as any one I know. I am just concerned when we put "labels" on someone whom we may have a disagreement with even if that disagreement is a large one. Your thoughts? Psalm 25 |
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24 | What qualifies a cultist? | Is 43:7 | Psalm 25 | 187606 | ||
Doc, Thanks for the reply, but when you label someone a "cultist" that implies far more than a misrepresentation of the trinity. I read the articles in the berean website and I do have a problem with Watchman Nee's conclusions. Maybe I don't comprehend the significance of his error but I do not see how he qualifies as a cultist. If that is the case I could list over half the preachers on Christian t.v. as their errors are far more numerable and far more devistating. Can you clearify? Psalm 25 |
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25 | Watchman Nee a cultist? | Is 43:7 | Psalm 25 | 187600 | ||
Doc, Please be specific as to "why" Watchman Nee is considered a cultist? I have one of his books and from what I know he has a very good reputation. Thanks..... Psalm 25 |
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26 | Who was Barabbas? | John 18:40 | Psalm 25 | 187596 | ||
Congo, Can't find much about him. you may have to go to a library. The Jewish historian "Josephus" is said to be a very reliable source for many things happening in and around the time of Christ. Some of this may help: The Gospels all state that there was a custom at Passover during which the Roman governor would release a prisoner of the crowd's choice. Mark 15:6; present in the earliest manuscripts and may be a later gloss to Matt. 27:15; John 18:39; Luke 23:17 (though this verse in Luke is not bring Luke into conformity)[8] The gospels differ on whether the custom was a Roman one or a Jewish one. Such a release or custom of such a release is not recorded in any other historical document. Some point to the perception of Pontius Pilate's disregard for Jewish sensibilities; the idea of him honouring Jewish Passover in any way may not fit with historical accounts of his character. However, other historians take the exact opposite approach, arguing that Pilate showed careful regard to customs in order to avoid revolts in an unruly province, and this may be an example of Pilate creating an "ad hoc" tradition in order to avoid a possibly explosive situation. The gospels, however, portray Pilate not as the one in control of the situation, and have him pleading with the crowd that they choose Jesus to be the one to be released, and involuntarily surrendering to their decision. An alternate, if not converse, reading of the events involving Barrabbas can also be made, however. Given that Barrabbas was described by some to be a revolutionary or a terrorist, it stands to reason that his acts of terror and revolt would have been directed against the Romans. In this case, it would be logical to assume that Barrabbas might have been viewed by the people as something of a folk hero. A freedom fighter / insurgent taking the fight to the Roman occupiers. When Barrabbas is seen through this lens, it appears that Pilates' choice to the people was not much of a choice at all. If Pilate were to offer a local hero to the people as an alternative to Jesus, they would most certainly choose to free the hero. Thus, Pilate could bring about the execution of a dangerous man of God without seeming to actually be responsible for his death. This argument is also supported in the events of Luke 23:6-12. Pilate claims no jurisdiction over Jesus because he is from Gallilee (Jerusalem was in Judea) and passes him along to King Herod to be sentenced. In spite of the fact that Herod was an actual King of the Jews and would therefore be politically threatened by Jesus, and despite having already ordered the death of John the Baptist, Herod's reaction is to ridicule Jesus for a time, and then to pass him right back to Pilate. The result of Herod's apparent assent to Pilate's jurisdiction over Jesus is said to have brought about a truce between the two men in Luke 23:12. This event, along with the "vote" between Barrabbas and Jesus, and taken with the fact that it was the Jewish Sanhedrin who had brought Jesus before Pilate in the first place, would seem to illustrate that Jesus was something of a political hot potato whom everyone from the leaders of the Temple hierarchy, to the Romans, to the Hebrew aristocracy would just as soon be rid of, but whom no one wanted to take the actual responsibility for killing. When seen in this light, it appears that everyone involved, and therefore no one group or person in particular, is responsible for the crucifiction of Jesus. Thus, all "sons of God", are responsible for the death of this actual Son of God. If Pilate did not offer a choice between Jesus and another person, several possible explanations for the origin of such a story have been offered by a number of scholars |
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27 | writing by bartholomew? | Acts 1:13 | Psalm 25 | 187594 | ||
Hello justsomebody, No, not that I could find. Here is what I did find, although not a lot is known about him. Bartholomew is generally supposed to have been the same person as Nathanael. In the Synoptic gospels, Philip and Bartholomew are always mentioned together, while Nathanael is never mentioned; in the gospel of John, on the other hand, Philip and Nathanael are similarly mentioned together, but nothing is said of Bartholomew. In the Gospel of John (John 1:45-51), Nathanael is introduced as a friend of Philip. He is described as initially being skeptical about the Messiah coming from Nazareth, saying: "Can anything good come out of Nazareth?", but nonetheless, follows Philip's invitation. Jesus immediately characterizes him as "an Israelite indeed, in whom is no deceit". Some scholars hold that Jesus' quote "Before Philip called you, when you were under the fig tree, I saw you", is based on Jewish figure of speech referring studying the Torah. Nathanael recognizes Jesus as "the Son of God" and "the King of Israel". Nathanael reappears at the end of John's gospel (John 21:2) as one of the disciples to whom Jesus appeared at the Sea of Tiberias after the resurrection. Hope this helps, Psalm 25 |
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28 | writing by bartholomew? | Acts 1:13 | Psalm 25 | 187592 | ||
Hello justsomebody, No, not that I could find. Here is what I did find, although not a lot is known about him. Bartholomew is generally supposed to have been the same person as Nathanael. In the Synoptic gospels, Philip and Bartholomew are always mentioned together, while Nathanael is never mentioned; in the gospel of John, on the other hand, Philip and Nathanael are similarly mentioned together, but nothing is said of Bartholomew. In the Gospel of John (John 1:45-51), Nathanael is introduced as a friend of Philip. He is described as initially being skeptical about the Messiah coming from Nazareth, saying: "Can anything good come out of Nazareth?", but nonetheless, follows Philip's invitation. Jesus immediately characterizes him as "an Israelite indeed, in whom is no deceit". Some scholars hold that Jesus' quote "Before Philip called you, when you were under the fig tree, I saw you", is based on Jewish figure of speech referring studying the Torah. Nathanael recognizes Jesus as "the Son of God" and "the King of Israel". Nathanael reappears at the end of John's gospel (John 21:2) as one of the disciples to whom Jesus appeared at the Sea of Tiberias after the resurrection. Hope this helps, Psalm 25 |
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29 | What Bible says about fear/knowledge | 1 John 4:18 | Psalm 25 | 187588 | ||
hilary234, There are many fears in this life. Basically, in my opinion (as I too have had to face fears of numerous variety), we all have two fears. Fear of (perhaps) failing God somehow, and fear about circumstances and how it they will affect our future. Can you be more specific? Psalm 25 |
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30 | What Bible says about fear/knowledge | 1 John 4:18 | Psalm 25 | 187587 | ||
hilary234, There are many fears in this life. Basically, in my opinion (as I too have had to face fears of numerous variety), we all have two fears. Fear of (perhaps) failing God somehow, and fear about circumstances and how it they will affect our future. Can you be more specific? Psalm 25 |
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31 | What Bible says about fear/knowledge | 1 John 4:18 | Psalm 25 | 187579 | ||
Greetings hilary234, There are many things that cause us to fear. To know God, who and what He is, and not just knowledge but to "experience Him," is the key scripturally to reducing and/or eliminating our fears. 1 John 4:18 "There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves punishment, and the one who fears is not perfected in love. What this whole section of scripture is saying is that "to love God whole-heartedly and to love others whole-heartedly is the key to eliminating fear. Most of our fears are worry and concern about "self." Self-centeredness is the monumental problem of all mankind. To love God and trust in Him completely goes hand in hand with loving others. Love your neighbor as yourself is the stepping stone to a worry free life as it puts you "in the center of God's will." Does this help? Psalm 25 |
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32 | Who and why..... must be a reason? | Is 43:7 | Psalm 25 | 187427 | ||
Thank you for your response. My only intention was to understand God more, in keeping with His honor and glory. After all, the only foolish question is one you don't ask. I realize this is a "dangerous area" but one I hoped godly men may have pondered in their hearts. My goal is to know Him more and not to "question Him." Again thanks to you and all. God Bless, Psalm 25 |
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33 | What was God thinking "before?" | Is 43:7 | Psalm 25 | 187415 | ||
Jeff, I don't think I implied that anyone whom God chose was eternal. We know that God created all things. But have you not ever wondered if God chose us in Him before the foundations (key word) of the world, then who and why? Surely many have wondered and speculated on "the why." There has to be a reason, a solidly Biblical one, or as I stated earlier, God has not offered an explanation. Is it wrong to wonder, as a serious Christian, "what is it that caused God to chose and how/why did He do so. The calvinist nor the armenians position(s) do not address this but knowing the God of love as I hope I do after studying it seriously for years, makes me wonder? Your thoughts Jeff? Psalm 25 |
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34 | Before is the great question, but what? | Is 43:7 | Psalm 25 | 187414 | ||
Doc, I forgot to address your response "implies merit." This is the traditional responses (in utmost respect) but since Romans 3 tells us "there is none righteous, no not one," and "none are willing, not even one; Any good calvinist would already know that no matter why God chose whom He did there was not merit period. For years I have tried to resolve the love of God with "eternal hell." It would be much easier to rectify all we know about God's love if there was a scenerio going on (which I know is mere speculation)before the foundations of the world that influenced God choices one way or the other. Have you not ever pondered the Great Love of God (which I know is only for the elect) and the fact that so many souls are doomed (by their own choice) to an everlasting hell? Psalm 25 |
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35 | What was going on before man/created? | Is 43:7 | Psalm 25 | 187413 | ||
Doc, I forgot to address your response "implies merit." This is the traditional responses (in utmost respect) but since Romans 3 tells us "there is none righteous, no not one," and "none are willing, not even one; Any good calvinist would already know that no matter why God chose whom He did there was not merit period. For years I have tried to resolve the love of God with "eternal hell." It would be much easier to rectify all we know about God's love if there was a scenerio going on (which I know is mere speculation)before the foundations of the world that influenced God chooses one way or the other. Have you not ever pondered the Great Love of God (which I know is only for the elect) and the fact that so many souls are doomed (by their own choice) to an everlasting hell? Psalm 25 |
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36 | Who and why..... must be a reason? | Is 43:7 | Psalm 25 | 187412 | ||
Thanks Doc, Have you ever thought, though, (put on your best thinkin' cap) if God choose before the foundations of the world, did He do this randomly, or possibly He may have done His chosing based on something else. We know it certainly was not "forknowledge" as some think, so what was it? I have been pondering this for years. I am firmly calvinistic (have some questions though on limited atonement).Seems to me that if things were decided upon "before (key word) the foundations of the world, then there is more to this than scriptures are willing to tell us. Your thoughts? Psalm 25 |
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37 | Who and why..... must be a reason? | Is 43:7 | Psalm 25 | 187411 | ||
Thanks Doc, Have you ever thought, though, (put on your best thinkin' cap) if God choose before the foundations of the world, did He do this randomly, or possibly He may have done His chosing based on something else. We know it certainly was not "forknowledge" as some think, so what was it? I have been pondering this for years. I am firmly calvinistic (have some questions though on limited atonement).Seems to me that if things were decided upon "before (key word) the foundations of the world, then there is more to this than scriptures are willing to tell us. Your thoughts? Psalm 25 |
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38 | Whom God choose in Him before Creation | Is 43:7 | Psalm 25 | 187407 | ||
Doc, What is your understanding of "whom God choose before the foundations of the world?" If God "knew us and choose us," then would this not predispose that God set certain "souls" apart? And if He did so would it not answer a lot of questions about who and why? |
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39 | Are we something before we were somethin | Is 43:7 | Psalm 25 | 187406 | ||
Greetings DLA, Psalm 139:13-18 declare that God knew us and formed us in the womb. This Psalm is very clear that God knew us and uniquely created us and then ordained each and every day of our lives. Ephesians 1:4 says, "just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we would be holy and blameless before Him In love." This also shows God's knowing us and choosing us before creation was completed. Interesting isn't it? Does this answer you questions? Psalm 25 |
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40 | What are we preparing for? | Rev 20:4 | Psalm 25 | 187391 | ||
Let's not overlook "those that died in Christ from all of history, and the ones who were alive and then raptured before the tribulation? Matron, what is the rest of your question, can you be more specific? Psalm 25 |
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