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221 | Are new worship songs scripturally OK? | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 22276 | ||
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222 | Is there middle ground? | Romans | retxar | 21866 | ||
I don’t know if I want to pick up this gauntlet, but I know I do not want to argue! This leg of the tree is a little bit short, so maybe I can even things up a bit if nothing else! I claim neither Calvinism nor Arminianism. Maybe this is why. When I was growing up, we had a fired up little old lady in our church. Many times she would speak out against false doctrine being taught in the world. She always referred to them as the evil “is’ems” of the world. Maybe that is what keeps me from taking on the label of anything that has “ism” as the suffix! Anyway, I know I am probably more A than C. I agree with all the points of Arminianism except I am not sure of point five (falling from grace). I know people do indeed fall away, I’m just not sure if they were true believers or were just “so-called believers.” I know the Word gives us assurance that our salvation is secure and guaranteed (Eph 1:13-14). However, I cannot ignore scripture that warns those who would choose to turn their back on Jesus (2Pe 2:20-21). I am confident and secure of my salvation. But I’m not sure if the ones spoke of in 2Pe 2:20-21 and other places were not true believers. My teaching and upbringing have told me that these people could not have ever been believers, and I would not argue this point, but I am not sure that is what the Word declares. I know many who would claim to be A that would be confident that true believers can never choose to quit believing. I also know many who would claim to be C that would tell me that Jesus died for all. However, I think if a person has a modified belief of any of the five points of each doctrine, they can claim neither. There are five points of each doctrine that is spelled out plainly. The way I see it, the answer to the question of whether one is C and A must be “all of the above?”, not multiple choice, pick and choose, or change and modify. Chuck Smith has a booklet called Calvinism, Arminianism and the Word of God. Here is a quote from it that may be of interest. “It is not easy to maintain the unity of the Spirit among us on these matters. It seems that the sovereignty of God and human responsibility are like two parallel lines that do not seem to intersect within our finite minds. God's ways are "past finding out" (Romans 11:33), and the Bible warns us to "lean not unto thy own understanding" (Proverbs 3:5). To say what God says in the Bible - no more and no less - is not always easy, comfortable, or completely understandable. But Scripture tells us that the wisdom from above will be loving and kind toward all, seeking the unity of the believers, not trying to find ways to divide and separate from one another. May God help us all to love each other, to be kind, tenderhearted, forgiving one another as Jesus Christ has forgiven us (Ephesians 4:32)! In difficult doctrinal matters, may we have gracious attitudes and humble hearts, desiring most of all to please Him who has called us to serve Him in the body of Christ. Discussion - YES! Disagreements - YES! Division - NO! Jesus said, "By their fruit ye shall know them." When a particular position on the Scriptures causes one to become argumentative, legalistic, and divisive, I question the validity of that position. I seek to embrace those things that tend to make me more loving and kind, more forgiving and merciful. I know then that I am becoming more like my Lord. If you have come to a strong personal conviction on one side of a doctrinal issue, please grant us the privilege of first seeing how it has helped you to become more Christ-like in your nature, and then we will judge whether we need to come to that same persuasion. Let us always be certain to look at the fruit of the teaching. Seek those things that produce the loving nature of Jesus in our lives. I would rather have the wrong facts and a right attitude, than right facts and a wrong attitude. God can change my understanding of the facts in a moment, but it often takes a lifetime to effect changes of attitude.” Chuck Smith (calvarychapel.com/library/smith-chuck/books/caatwog.htm) Jesus knows all!! retxar |
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223 | Is there middle ground? | Romans | retxar | 21785 | ||
Awesome word, bro! "God's way is beyond human intellect and human emotion, both of which can lead us to a path of little faith and a lot of religion." charis 11-08-2001 (sorry, gave Tim the credit a minute a go, sorry) God bless, retxar |
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224 | Is there middle ground? | Romans | retxar | 21782 | ||
Awesome word, bro "God's way is beyond human intellect and human emotion, both of which can lead us to a path of little faith and a lot of religion." Tim Moran 11-08-2001 God bless, retxar |
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225 | Unbaptized children | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21630 | ||
You asked; “I asked if you could show me where in the scriptures the Bible defines what water baptism is?” O.K. how about 1Pe 3:21 “and this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also--not the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a good conscience toward God. It saves you by the resurrection of Jesus Christ” Peter describes water baptism as a symbol of our salvation. I think I said earlier water baptism was a declaration of our salvation. Notice how Peter is careful to point out that it was not the washing of baptism that saves us, but rather the good conscience toward God for the confidence we can have in the complete work of Jesus that saves us! I think he was careful to make this distinction so people would not mistakenly believe that the water saves. I’m taking a break from this discussion, as I am already blue in the face and I can’t think of anything else to add. I don’t see a lot of use in continuing, only to present questions that are never answered. You state you have done an in depth study on this issue. However, you have failed to answer simple questions on this issue! Salvation BY GRACE THRU FAITH is not that complicated of a think to grasp! That is what The Word plainly teaches. I don’t ask you to do an “in depth study” as you feel I must do to believe in a grace thru faith plus works salvation. Just read Eph 2:8-9 and believe it for what it simply and plainly says! Previous questions I have asked that you did not answer: 1. How could they WHO HAVE RECEIVED the Holy Spirit NOT be saved? (Acts 10:47) 2. How could the Jews have ever questioned water baptism if they thought it was a salvation requirement? (Acts 10:47) 3. Would Paul not have also been called to baptize if baptism was required for salvation? (1Co 1:17) 4. If Mar 16:16 is saying water baptism is required for salvation, then you must also accept ALL the signs spoken of in the next two verses as requirements that must follow ALL believers who are truly saved. Is that your position? 5. How is it possible to turn to Jesus without turning from sin? (Acts 9, in ref to repentance) 6. Heb 6:2 says the doctrine of BAPTISMS not baptism, right? (In ref to more than 1 baptism) 7. Maybe we will never share the same views on baptism, but I am willing to bet the beliefs we share are greater than any potential differences we might have. What’a’ya think? I will look again at your study, but I may or may not respond. In the mean time, if you can come up with any legitimate answers to the above questions, let me know. Question number 7 is the only one I would insist on you answering. Eph 2:8-9 For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast. In Christ Jesus, retxar |
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226 | On Harry Potter? | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21412 | ||
I am so sorry. Please forgive me. retxar |
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227 | Unbaptized children | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21390 | ||
Thanks Nolan! God truly gave me this example here, and I praise Him for it! I prayed for God to use the accomplishments He has allowed me to enjoy over all this for His glory. He has certainly been faithful in answering that prayer! After the meet, the boys dad came up to me, thanking me for the work I had done with his son this year. He was gleaming and had the trophy in his hand. Without even thinking, I took it from him, prayed a prayer of thanks over it and gave it back to him. It was a great witness and Holy Spirit lead. He was touched and a seed was planted! Praise the Lord!!! retxar |
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228 | On Harry Potter? | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21383 | ||
Thanks bro! I'll check it out | ||||||
229 | On Harry Potter? | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21329 | ||
Good morning EdB! OK this is what I found out. The lady's name is Caryl Matrisciana. She was on John Hagee’s show with Robert S. McGee, the author of "The Search for Significance" on 10-7-1. A Windows Media or Mp3 audio of the entire program is available at jhm.org under the audio archives link. It’s free if you click “listen now” or 2.50 to download. She also has a video out, that McGee host, discussing HP and witchcraft called "Harry Potter: Witchcraft Repackaged". Her web site is therealpotter.com It has a sample of the video and a review is available at christiananswers.net I’m not trying to be a witch hunter here, folks, as this is a bible study forum. I’m just trying to provide the source for some scattered info Ed and I have already threw out there so whoever desires can evaluate for themselves. Hope this is useful to all, retxar |
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230 | On Harry Potter? | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21313 | ||
Hi EdB, I saw the same program. I caught probably less than you, but I agree with what you are saying here. I believe the lady was sincere and born again, and not just a fanatical witch hunter. She was saying Harry Potter, tho fiction, is based on real witchcraft practiced by real witches. Parents and teachers like Harry Potter because it gets kids to read. The witches don't care about that, but are only concerned that their craft is presented accurately. The lady on the show said some witches were upset because the book had witches riding brooms with the straw end of the broom behind them, as most people think is correct, but in their actual ceremonies they “ride” around on brooms with the straw end in the front. Otherwise, most of the ceremonies, spells, etc, were "po-witchely" correct. I, personally, don’t know a lot about Harry Potter, but from what I have seen, It seems to be something satan would want to promote, because it portrays real witchcraft, sorcery, and spells as an innocent passion of a little boy. Just the way I see it now. I will research further. God bless, retxar |
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231 | Explain Chapter 5 | 1 Corinthians | retxar | 21251 | ||
YES! 2Cor chapter 2 retxar |
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232 | Unbaptized children | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21192 | ||
Greetings, Kin First of all Peter did not say “I NOW REALIZE”. He simply said “I REALIZE” (perceive). The “NOW” you quoted in Acts 10:34 does not exist in the NKJV or the KJV and is only in the NASB because it was added (italicized). But it does not matter if these were the very first Gentile believers or not. The point is: (1) Peter and his Jewish friends knew they could be saved. (2) They did not know if they could be baptized or not. (3) The believers were unquestionably saved before they were baptized. I know you have been under some hard teaching on this subject, bro, but don’t read something into the Word that is not there. Balance scripture with scripture. Any place water baptism is included with salvation that seems to say water baptism is required in addition to grace thru faith does not stand up when taken in context and when balanced with other scripture (i.e. Mark 16:16). Water baptism is a declaration of salvation, not a means of salvation. Example: I coach cross-country at a local high school. I coached a young man this year that won the state meet with a state record breaking time. If you asked me about the race, I might tell you that he won the race, set a state record, and receive a trophy declaring him 2001 state champion. If you become a cross-country coach some day and one of your kids comes up to you and ask you what they need to do to be state champion, you might tell them, well this is what retxar said, “win the race, set a state record, and receive a trophy that declares you state champion”. Well, all you are telling this kid is true, and if they did this they would certainly be the state champ. However, if they have nothing else to go on, they could win the race and still not believe they are the state champion unless they also break the state record, and then only when, and if, they get a trophy that says so. In reality tho, they would be state champion the very instant their foot crossed the finish line. The trophy would just be a declaration of that fact. Water baptism has the same relationship to salvation. It is a declaration of our salvation, not a means of salvation. Jesus Saves!!! retxar |
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233 | Where are muslims in the Bible? | Ex 20:3 | retxar | 21127 | ||
Thanks Hank, You've taught me a lot here, bro. Thanks for the info. God Bless, retxar |
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234 | Where are muslims in the Bible? | Ex 20:3 | retxar | 21113 | ||
The Arabs ancestry is traced to Abraham thru Ishmael. Many Arabs are Muslims but that does not mean the Islamic religion has any biblical basis and it certainly did not originate with Ishmael. Religion and ancestry are two totally different things. The Islamic religion and it’s god Allah was the invention of Muhammad around 600 AD. It never existed before that. The only scripture reference that could possible be talking of the Islamic religion or Muhammad would be Mat 7:15, Mat 24:11, 2Pe 2:1, etc. One Way, that’s Jesus!! retxar |
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235 | Is salvation taught in Luke9:23-26 | Luke 9:23 | retxar | 21030 | ||
Did Jesus not extend this invitation personally to a non-elect in Luke 18:22? If so, option one would be correct. retxar |
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236 | Unbaptized children | Bible general Archive 1 | retxar | 21027 | ||
Hi Kin, I thought this horse died? Let's beat it one more time to make sure! Acts 10:47-48 is YET ANOTHER example of water baptism being a work to follow salvation. To be baptized into the body of Christ is an act of grace thru faith unto salvation, NOT water baptism. How could this example you have given here be more clear that the believers were saved before water baptism??? How could anyone force any other conclusion??? Act 10:47 "Can anyone forbid water, that these should not be baptized WHO HAVE RECEIVED (notice past tense) the Holy Spirit just as we have?" How could they WHO HAVE RECEIVED the Holy Spirit NOT be saved??? NO WAY, NO HOW could they NOT be saved! This incident occurred some 8 years after Pentecost. No doubt many Gentiles had received salvation before this time because of what Peter said in Acts 10:35: "But in every nation whoever fears Him and works righteousness IS ACCEPTED (NOT, will be accepted) by Him. The Jewish believers who came with Peter were not surprised at God saving the Gentiles, but that God poured out the Holy Spirit upon the Gentiles in the same manner as He poured out the Holy Spirit on the Jews at Pentecost. It is obvious that no Gentiles had received water baptism before this time, but many had been saved as Peter indicated in verse 9-10. Jesus saves! retxar |
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237 | Why was the samarian woman right? | John 4:16 | retxar | 20213 | ||
Yea, I knew what you meant. I wus jus a mess'n wi'jah bro! retxar |
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238 | Why was the samarian woman right? | John 4:16 | retxar | 20160 | ||
You said, and I quote: "Yes, I agree with Rextar. Her answer was correct, because she had been married five times, and the man she was currently living with was not her husband." Thanks for agreeing with me Tim! However, I am not a her, I have been married only once, and the "man" I am living with now just happens to be my lovely wife, so you better get new glasses buddy! Love you bro! retxar |
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239 | Why was the samarian woman right? | John 4:16 | retxar | 20125 | ||
1Co 4:6b ...."Do not go beyond what is written." Then you will not take pride in one man over against another. |
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240 | i need notes on all verses | Ephesians | retxar | 20070 | ||
Try http://www.calvarychapel.com/simivalley/library_commentaries.html for online Bible Commentaries by David Guzik. Another good source is http://www.blueletterbible.org/commentaries.html Search the WORD! retxar |
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