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21 | Did American Revolution violate Rom 13:1 | Rom 13:1 | wilmap | 157649 | ||
Mark: Thanks for jumping in. You illustrate some of the confusing thoughts that may lead one to misinterpret the obvious meaning of Paul's counsel. Was this meant to be rhetorical: "If God's purposes were not served through the revolution, would it have succeeded?" The Assyrians were a world power for centuries, and even laid the 10-tribe kingdom of Israel to waste, but I dare say that all they succeeded in was God's purpose. Neither the US government nor any other, except Israel, was ever "established" by God, but rather, they only exists because he tolerates them. When the Israelites asked for a king like the surrounding nations, God said they had thus "rejected Him from being king." (1 Sam 8:8) How can any other nation thus claim to be established by God? As respects the saying about the lessons of history, I agree with you that the study of it appears to have only lead most to repeat it. However, my point was to study it in light of God's Word, just as we would study the good and bad examples in the Bible, emulating the former and rejecting the latter. Judging is a touchy word with many, as people in glass houses don't like throwing stones. But when someone claims to represent Christ, we are to judge those on the inside (of the Christian congregation." (1 Cor 5:12) It's also words and actions of others that need to be judged in order to avoid bad association. (1 Cor 15:33) So to answer your original 2 questions: 1) Yes, I already had the answer in mind. 2) We don't need to judge hearts to determine whether their words and actions are out of harmony with God's will. We do need to be aware of our inability to "direct our way" apart from God's guidance, as well as how "deitful the heart can be." (Jer 10:23; 17:9) I'm going to try to address a few of the others comments now. Later. |
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22 | Did American Revolution violate Rom 13:1 | Rom 13:1 | wilmap | 157607 | ||
Kal, You're familiar with the saying: "Those who forget the lessons of history are doomed to repeat them." That's why its not moot. We may claim to love God, but how we react to what his inspired Word teaches will reveal our true thoughts, even the very intentions of the heart. I won't comment on your suggestion that persons with concerns like mine relocate, but I assure you that true Christians can be found in these lands as well. These will have to consider the same questions that I am encouraging us to consider. The majority of "Christians" in Germany in the late 1930's rationalized their allegiance to the Nazi regime. "Do not put your trust in princes, in mortal men, who cannot save." (Ps 146:3) |
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23 | Did American Revolution violate Rom 13:1 | Rom 13:1 | wilmap | 157548 | ||
AH, What's up Doc? Can you explain how "God dealt with this question"? I'm not sure what God's role was in the American Revolution. I've been doing research since I read your comments, and am unable to find any facts to support your statements. Everything I read indicates that the British Empire was the "govererning authority" over the colonies. Additionally, I've learned that Sam Adams brewery was affected by British legislation, at times to its detriment, and this appears to have lead to much anomosity and hostility from Adams toward Britain. Yes, the love of money is the root of all sorts of injury, and attempting to reap by sowing in the soil of Satan's world will not yield Christlike fruitage. James said: "Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves." (1:22) This is why such discussions are vital to our approved standing before God. At Romans 13, Paul gives clear and straight-forward counsel to Christians living under the Roman yoke, one far more oppressive than that of the British Empire on the colonies. Satan is the ruler of this materialistic world, and he has successfully mislead the overwhelming majority, including professed Christians, into believing their worship is acceptable to God, when in fact it is not. "If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not keep a tight rein on his tongue, he deceives himself and his religion is worthless. Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world." (James 1:26,27) Mr. Adams had an unbridled tongue that did not "honor" and "respect" those in authority. He even went so far as to refuse a direct command to "pay Caesar what is Caesar's." Yes, he "was polluted by the world." We need to imitate the faith of one's like the apostle Paul, not worldly people like Sam Adams. Then our heavenly Father will exalt us in due time. I hope you'll agree that I'm only advocating the handling of God's word of truth correctly. Wilma |
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24 | Did American Revolution violate Rom 13:1 | Rom 13:1 | wilmap | 157441 | ||
Samuel Adams is known as "a true Christian and the father of the American Revolution." When he and others encouraged revolt against the government, did he violate the command of Romans 13:1? | ||||||
25 | Does the warning against tattoos apply | Lev 19:28 | wilmap | 157250 | ||
As has been noted, the source of such practices is false religion. The source of a practice is important, since God is jealous for the faithfulness of his servants. Like a husband is rightfully jealous for his wife and would question her desire to put pictures of an old boyfriend on the bedroom dresser, we should not incite God to jealousy by adopting practices rooted in paganism. Illustration: Someone offers you a piece of candy. Would you take it if informed that it was found in the gutter? Food for thought. |
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26 | What is the OT role of the Holy Spirit? | John 3:11 | wilmap | 156995 | ||
Before I get myself in trouble, is it OK to discuss mankinds hope for life after death? That is, whether it will be a resurrection to life on earth, as Jesus demonstrated 3 times, or immortality in heaven, as Jesus promised his apostles? I know you do discuss subjects such as "once saved, always saved" and "pre-" or "post-" tribulation "rapture." Addressing the SBoone's questions about the role of the Holy Spirit in the OT versus the new will necessarily require an accurate understanding of what hope King David, for example, entertained. |
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27 | What does the Bible say about marijuana? | 1 Cor 10:31 | wilmap | 156715 | ||
2 Corinthians 7:1 "Since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God." |
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28 | Is Pat Robertson a Christian? | Heb 10:24 | wilmap | 156461 | ||
"If he thinks we're trying to assassinate him, I think that we really ought to go ahead and do it," Robertson told viewers on his "The 700 Club" show Monday. "It's a whole lot cheaper than starting a war." Are these words consistent with Paul's counsel to Christians at Hebrews 10:24? Does the fact that he has now blatantly lied to cover his misstatements betray his claim to be a Christian? (He states: "I didn't say 'assassination.' I said our special forces should 'take him out.' And 'take him out' can be a number of things, including kidnapping; there are a number of ways to take out a dictator from power besides killing him") |
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