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Results from: Answered Bible Questions, Answers, Unanswered Bible Questions, Notes Author: beensetfree Ordered by Verse |
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21 | Is believing the same as knowing? | Acts 15:11 | beensetfree | 65694 | ||
MarieH: The Bible says in Acts 15:11 "But we believe that we are saved through the grace of the Lord Jesus, in the same way as they also are." It does not appear to me that you are an unbeliever due to the profession of faith you have made. It appears to me that you believe not only because you have chosen to do so, but also because of the conviction placed in your heart by God. And because you believe, you also know the same in your heart. You said you don't use the term "I know" because of not being an eyewitness. But in a certain sense of the word, you do know because you are experiencing first hand the changes in yourself which are being done by God through the Holy Spirit. I hope this makes some sense. Blessings to you! |
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22 | Imputed sin | Rom 5:12 | beensetfree | 63376 | ||
Most interesting question. I've never heard of imputed sin leading to either spiritual or physical death, but only to both. Would it not be so, especially looking at the Gen. 3 event? Our separation from God is spiritual (hid themselves from Him) but also physical (banished from the garden by Him). This is also my understanding of reading Martin Luther's thoughts on this and imputed righteousness. Perhaps I am understanding and reading wrong. I will be interested to see the thread of this discussion. | ||||||
23 | Imputed sin | Rom 5:12 | beensetfree | 63400 | ||
Steve, Emmaus, John, et al: For the benefit of the discussion, I would define "spiritual death" as eternal separation from God; both the loss of grace and justification. I would support this with Ephesians 2:8 "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith..." And it is through this that we become justified by God in His eyes. Rom 5:1 "Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ..." Thus the grace and justification go hand in hand and are not able to be separated. Blessings to all, Beensetfree |
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24 | Imputed sin vs. sin nature-the same? | Rom 5:12 | beensetfree | 63491 | ||
Okay, now I'm really confused. :-) Can someone explain the statement "Inherited sin, which we get from our parents (Psalm 51:5), is our sin nature" versus "Adam's sin must have been imputed or counted to all men for all to die physically." Is it not true that both of these are the same? Imputed sin and sin nature? Sin was imputed to us by Adam and thus became our nature. No? Thanks for any help in clarifying this. (I'll also check out the two recommended websites.) Always His, Beensetfree |
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25 | Color commentary vs direction for living | 1 Corinthians | beensetfree | 70891 | ||
EdB: You pose an interesting question. How does one determine what is "color commentary" on how to live and what is "direction" for living? Do we read, study, and examine scripture to glean the overarching prinicple God wants us to live by? Continuing to use as an example the issue of long hair for women per 1 Corinthians, is the overarching principle God wants us to live by that women live and present themselves in such a manner as to glorify God in all manner of dress and care of self? I would humbly suggest, yes. I also cannot help but think this section in 1 Corinthians speaks to the current issue of women dressing like men and wearing their hair as many men do. Further, look at the entire context of this passage. What is the main focus? Prayer. And the second issue? The headship of man. I pray I don't raise the hackles of a few readers by tossing out some of these thoughts. I look forward to reading some of the forum contributers thoughts on this topic. Thank you for letting me respond! Beensetfree |
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26 | Child living in open sin. What do we do? | 1 Cor 5:11 | beensetfree | 72035 | ||
Dear Momof5: My heart goes out to you, as fast as my prayers go to God. I understand how you feel for we live in circumstances where our child has chosen actions that are not glorifying to the Lord. We have adopted the scripture of Luke 15: 11-32, the story of the prodigal son. We have let our son go his way. He has created his bed and we are letting him sleep in it, letting him live with his mistakes and their consequences. It is very hard, as you well know. We have laid down very clear rules. "This is a house that serves the Lord." If you want to live here, you will abide by them. If you don't want to live within the rules, it is your choice..please find somewhere else to live. He continues to live with us and abides by the rules as far as we can tell. We have kept the door open. We continue to live as Christ has called us to live, praying all the while that the words of our mouths and the meditations of our hearts will suffice enough for his heart to softened by God and to see the Light. He went to church with us for the first time in a long time, although has gone to church once or twice with friends at his Christian college. We are grateful for whatever opportunties God shines His light into. Humbly, I would suggest that you not close off your relationship with your daughter because right now it sounds like you are the only "LIGHT" shining in her dark world. Don't dismiss the power of God, a mother and father's love, and the foundation you laid when she was a child. Pray for her protection against the evil forces pounding at her, for they are real. The world is telling her an enticing story...you can be "saved" and do what you want not what God wants. The message is strong. But God's is stronger. Don't doubt that. Love her through it, but stand firm in the Word. I would also humbly suggest she not be permitted to spend "quality" time with the younger children that was unsupervised or with her boyfriend. For example, I wouldn't let them over to her apartment, or let her take them shopping, or let her babysit them. This way you always know what she is saying and doing with them. And when she asks you "why?" there is an opportunity for you to lovingly tell her why. And whatever you do, don't you listen to the mumbo jumbo that will pound your own ears...that you made a mistake, or are a lousy mother because she isn't walking the righteous path. That is a lie from the pit of hell! You laid the ground work as you were called by God to do. Now it is her choice. Stay faithful to Him. Read the Psalms and David's cries to God for help and deliverance. They have helped me immensely. And keep hanging around this Forum. It is a great encouragement! In Christ's love from one mom to another, Beensetfree (really!) |
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27 | What does the bible say about separation | 1 Cor 7:39 | beensetfree | 59242 | ||
I am in complete support and agreement with SirPent. Very good questions to consider and find answers to before taking any other steps. Doesn't mean it won't be hard, but the right road seems to always be hard. But the blessings are worth it. | ||||||
28 | Is my husband committing adultery? | 1 Cor 7:39 | beensetfree | 59293 | ||
Ames: Based on 1 Cor. 7:39 and many other scriptures, it appears that yes he is commiting adultery. Having said that however, pray for him. Also pray for yourself, to remain true to God's truth and to hold His word as authority in your life, no matter what others (your husband specifically) do. God bless. | ||||||
29 | Is the Law abolished or not? | Eph 2:15 | beensetfree | 57863 | ||
Matt 5:17 and Eph 2:15 work in concert with one another. Jesus came to fulfill the law. If we are under Christ's headship, we still have an obligation through service to obey the law. The "enmity" Paul speaks of is "sin" which has been abolished by Christ's fulfillment of the law...being the utlimate guilt sacrifice. Scripture always verifies scripture. | ||||||
30 | Who/what determines inaccurate doctrine? | Eph 2:20 | beensetfree | 69388 | ||
Emmaus: I can appreciate the quote "what divides us is inaccurate doctrine." Just having finished a semester of studying the Reformation period, I understand this in spades. But the age old question, which the Reformers argued over was, who determines what is 'accurate' or 'inaccurate' doctrine? For some it was the Fathers of the Church, for others it was tradition, for others it was the interpretation of the words "This IS my body" and what "IS" meant. I would appreciate yours, Reformer Joe's, Hank's, Justme's, and others comments on how one determines "inaccurate doctrine." I do not want to foster an argument but am sincere in asking. It was distressing to read about all the martyrdom during the Reformation period and the treatise's that went back and forth over doctrinal issues. I continue to be distressed over how the Body of Christ argues over seemingly small issues. Thanks in advance to all who respond. For His Glory, Beensetfree | ||||||
31 | Woman's sin worse than man's? | Eph 5:33 | beensetfree | 65743 | ||
At the risk of jumping into a frenzy, please allow me to toss in 2 cents worth. I disagree with Rabbi Mark where he says, “It is reasonable to believe that if Adam had been present, his part in this whole thing would have been recorded.” I do believe everything was recorded. Look at the Genesis 3 passage as one would look at a negative of a picture. The empty space speaks volumes. Adam did not take the leadership position given to him by God, one of being head and protector of his wife. By his silence, he left his wife open to temptation. By not speaking up and reiterating God’s “law” or “rule” of not eating from the tree, he dropped the proverbial ball of leadership right at the serpent’s feet (or lack thereof). Rabbi Mark says, “I don't believe God would have left out something that important.” Here I do agree, God would not have left something important out of His word. And He didn’t. God recorded Adam’s silence, which rings like a gong! And I don’t think this would be considered “reading between the lines” either. May God grant His wisdom to us all as we study His word and seek to determine His principal and truth contained within. Ever praying, Beensetfree | ||||||
32 | Woman's sin worse than man's? | Eph 5:33 | beensetfree | 65749 | ||
Mommapbs: You're quite welcome. Something to think about is whether men are 'rejecting' their God-given role of spiritual headship, or have they just 'given up' that role, or have women 'taken it' from them. And even further thought ought to be applied to how can women encourage and empower men to "reclaim" their role as spiritual head! Pray on! Beensetfree:-) | ||||||
33 | Is reverence feasible? Always? | Eph 5:33 | beensetfree | 66397 | ||
Brothers and Sisters in Christ, greetings! Perhaps it would be wise to drop this thread, as one person has taken the discussion and dropped it to a poor level. How interesting to note that the discussion started with a question revolving around respect, honoring, and reverence and all it took was one person to drag the level of respect shared amongst many of the forum to one of disrespect and irreverence. Perhaps there is a good lesson there. Please do not read chastisement into this note, for that is not the intention at all. The intention is to hold up a message, one to myself included, that we can get dragged down to another persons level so quickly even when trying to lift the other person to a higher, more respectful, level of communique. There are many here to have good thoughts, ideas, and Truth to share. It is greatly appreciated by many on the forum. Let us keep it that way. God honoring. Blessings to all! Beensetfree |
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34 | Eastern Orthodoxy Interest | 1 Thess 1:1 | beensetfree | 97774 | ||
Dear All: I feel a call, of more than a passing interest, in Russian Orthodoxy. By this I do not mean Roman Catholicism, but to Eastern Orthodoxy, of which Catholicism broke off in the Great Schism of 1054 AD. I can clearly see, historically, how this Church is the true apostolic Church handed down from the Apostles. I would be interested to know if any here are of that Church. I would also be interested for any references on reading about this Church. If this is the wrong forum for a discussion about this, please point me in a direction that is more appropriate. Thank you for your kind responses. In Christ, Beensetfree |
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35 | Eastern Orthodoxy Interest | 1 Thess 1:1 | beensetfree | 97812 | ||
Thank you Searcher. I will use a search engine. Apparently, this isn't the place to find some help. Funny, not too many Protestants are have any concerns about my going to Orthodoxy. Interesting. Blessings to all. Beensetfree |
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36 | Eastern Orthodoxy Interest | 1 Thess 1:1 | beensetfree | 97849 | ||
Dear Searcher, Makarios, and CDBJ: Thank you for your kind responses. All of them have been most helpful, truly. In ways you couldn't imagine! Good point about my question being posted on Sunday and people attending their respective services! Thanks to Searcher, I have found some delightful discussion groups via a search engine to join and will follow up in that arena. My prayer is that should I convert to Orthodoxy, God will lay His compassion on Protestant hearts to not be bashing about "worshipping idols" and such nonsense, but all will respond as kindly. Just as an FYI for future readers, Eastern Orthodox don't consider themselves a "denomination" but the one, true Apostolic Church handed down from the Apostles to present day. The bishop lineage can be traced back to those Apostles who founded churches. Amazing! God bless you all as you live out Christ's love. In Christ's service, Beensetfree |
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37 | Eastern Orthodoxy Interest | 1 Thess 1:1 | beensetfree | 97939 | ||
Dear Sparrow-l: Interesting Bible quotes. Thank you for them and I will consider them. I would like to ask you though, how do you respond to God making an image of Himself in Christ Jesus? Didn't Jesus say He was/is God? If you are a member of a Protestant church, do you have a cross hanging on the wall? A cross is an icon (a representation) of the cross Christ hung on. Do you wear a cross on a chain? How do you deal with the images God instructed the Israelites to put in the Tabernacle and on the Ark of the Covenant (cherubim and seraphim)? Did He break His own instructions? No, I don't think He did. As for the early church making icons to "appease unbelieving people," I respectfully disagree. Historically, the early church introduced icons/images to help teach the illiterate the stories in the Bible. As for spiritual worship, I completely agree. But how do you know whether someone who venerates an icon is "worshipping an idol?" Are you able to see into their heart? Only God can do that, so the Bible tells me. An icons are called "windows into heaven." The Bible also says, judge not lest ye be judged. I write all this, not to be contentious in the least, but to respond to your kind thoughts and suggestions and to provide additional food for thought for yourself. Blessings and Best regards, Beensetfree |
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38 | Eastern Orthodoxy Interest | 1 Thess 1:1 | beensetfree | 97941 | ||
Dear CDBJ; Thank you so much for these verses. They truly are great and have been a blessing to me. God's Truth has set me free...and you what...I think I had forgotten that for a moment. God bless you! Beensetfree |
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39 | Should I resign from the Forum? | 2 Thess 1:3 | beensetfree | 65697 | ||
Mommpabs: In reviewing your posts on thread 21647, it is my belief you have been fair, patient, and biblical in your responses. I do not feel you need to or ought to resign from the Forum. In support of the argument as to whether Adam was or was not present when Eve was tempted, a closer reading of Gen 3:6 may be in order. Nevertheless, keep posting and thanks for the scriptural input and honing. Blessings to you in Christ! --Beensetfree--- | ||||||
40 | Should I resign from the Forum? | 2 Thess 1:3 | beensetfree | 65740 | ||
Thank you Tim Moran! Blessings also to you brother. I appreciate much of what you write. You are a truly insightful person. Your congregation is blessed to have you. In Christ, Beensetfree | ||||||
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