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261 | Tithing | 2 Cor 9:1 | glory777 | 13286 | ||
Johnny- Tithing per se was not taught by Jesus. But He did commend the widow that gave to the temple her dinas (?) all that she had. He also never taught that the Sabbath should be kept. However, there are things that the old testament gives us that we can apply to our lives. When Abraham brought the tenth to Melchizedek (a type of Christ)it was setting an example. However, the recommendation of Jesus to the widow shows that we should give even more. My church believes the tithe is basic for a standard of giving. For myself, I believe the tithe is basic. It is the least I can give. Other denominations believe go with what your heart says. Jesus is the fulfillment of the law, His Blood was shed as the end to sacrifice and law. But that doesn't mean that we should thrwo out everything waht was taught in the Old Testament. The Sabath, too, was given to man, for God wanted a day to bless us and knew we needed to have that one day set aside to focus on Him and to have a change in our weekly lives for refreshing. So do we need to give, so we can be blessed. Debbie |
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262 | Are we Justified by the law of Moses? | 2 Cor 9:1 | glory777 | 13178 | ||
Johnny- Although tithing is not a requirement for salvation, the old testament was given for our learning also. One tenth is a portion that was used then, and it was just as important to the pople then as a tenth is now. The promises God gave His people Israel are also now ours, through Christ. And some basic principles hold true. What you give you will receive. Do you believe that the Lord will follow through on His promises? He says to test Him in this. But it does depend on where your heart is about it. I heard that the word "cheerful" as in cheerful giver could be translated "hilarious". I love the idea of being so glad to give back to the Lord what He has given that you are hilarious about it. If one is looking at the principle just for the idea of payback or to become richer in money, that is the wrong attitude. Again, Jesus stressed all along that it is the position of the heart. When in doubt, the tithe is a good rule of thumb. Debbie |
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263 | Tilthe calculation:On gross or net pay? | 2 Cor 9:1 | glory777 | 13177 | ||
Hank- May I add, also our talents can be tithed. There are people with talents, musically, that could be giving them to the Lord. Or gifted in the area of working with children. As far as people with the higher incomes being able to give more generously, I think that it is harder, sometimes for a person who is well off to give that tenth (1000 dollars is a lot of money in one lump sum compared with, let's say 10) and greed can come into play easier. I know of people who, although their income has grown, give the same as they gave years in the past. |
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264 | Am I still a sinner? | Heb 10:14 | glory777 | 13161 | ||
Bill Mc- I'm kind of jumping in here, but I hope Nolan will add to it. As far as salvation, the Father sees us in Christ as His child. Look on a human family. I am still my dad's child, I always will be my dad's child, but I did do things that were wrong and broke fellowship with him. The same with our Heavenly Father. Yes, as long as we are human, we will be saints who sin. We will be saints who break fellowship with the Father (hopefully less and less often as we grow to be more Christlike), but as long as we get our "feet washed" through confession and repentance, we can reestablish fellowship with our Father. HOpe this helps. Debbie |
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265 | Pastor's role in resolving conflict? | Eph 3:16 | glory777 | 13091 | ||
I agree with all Steve has said, but you must realize that all conflicts can not be settled. If both parties are committed to the unity of the body, there will be a way. If they are unable to come to a reconciliation and it is affecting the church, then a harsher judgement must be made. This is a hard thing. God be with you. Debbie |
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266 | Messianic prophesies | Not Specified | glory777 | 13088 | ||
When Messianic prophesies were written as in the middle of a Psalm, did the Jewish people recognize them as such? | ||||||
267 | Messianic prophesies | Matt 21:9 | glory777 | 13119 | ||
When Messianic prophesies were written as in the middle of a Psalm, did the Jewish people recognize them as such? | ||||||
268 | Evangelicals and Catholics | Rom 3:28 | glory777 | 12666 | ||
You have stated that Peter spoke for the rest of the apostles and wo was the leader. If he truly was the leader, why was there discussion about who would be the greatest, ie.Luke 22; and in one scripture (help!) they asked who would sit on His right hand when He came into His kingdom. He did not show favoritism or choose one as a leader. Debbie |
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269 | Evangelicals and Catholics | Rom 3:28 | glory777 | 12663 | ||
Brian.g- I have a problem with this. If you know church history, how can you say the pope is infallible when you can see all the atrocities that were committed upon pope's orders or knowledge. Wasn't the Inquisition done upon the pope's orders? I may be wrong. Marriages could be annulled if you were a friendly king, behavior of some popes was reprehensible. Popes are men, they are not infallible. Debbie |
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270 | Prerequisite-infallibility? | 1 Cor 12:27 | glory777 | 12660 | ||
This is not a note per se on apostleship (I already stated what I believe about it) but to say that I think there is a start of a unifying, to some extent with other denominations. Although I can never see a "oneness" taking place, I have seen the start in my area of different church leaders who worship Jesus praying together. I have prayed with some of my Catholic friends, and I know others in my church have also. We pray for each other. So although the biases still remain on BOTH sides, I think there is a realization forming that if Jesus Christ is our center, we are brothers and sisters in His name. Debbie |
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271 | Where do the apostles fit in today? | 1 Cor 12:27 | glory777 | 12584 | ||
Steve- How does one know they have the gift of being a pastor or evangelist? I believe there are people who are apostles who are not called as such (sounds awfully religious and old-time)but they have a burning for bringing the gospel to all people, plus have high degree of organizational skills and a greater sensitivity to what the Lord is telling them to do. I think there have been people in so called "Christianized" societies (USA) who have been apostles. DL Moody could possibly have qualified as one. I don't know that much about church history, but I am sure if you looked inot the lives of great Christian leaders, you will find some that would qualify. Your sister in Christ Debbie |
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272 | Prerequisite-infallibility? | 1 Cor 12:27 | glory777 | 12575 | ||
I'm sorry, but I think when we say apostles are a thing of the past, it sounds too much like the gifts of the Holy Spirit are a thing of the past (which I had heard growing up and still hear). There is still a need for apostles, if not a greater need now, as there are pastors, evangelists, etc. Why did they need to be appointed by the apostles of that time and maybe they were and weren't mentioned. I am sure many pastors were and weren't mentioned. There are many unreached people groups that need people with a strong capability of extending the work of the church. They don't have to see Jesus physically - Jesus lives in them and they have the Holy Spirit guiding them and His Word teaching and directing them. There is a need for prophets today, and I believe God has appointed them - the church still needs to exhorted, corrected, wooed. But you are right, it had better be in agreement with what scripture says. Peace- Debbie |
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273 | I liked most of what... | Bible general Archive 1 | glory777 | 12467 | ||
Norrie- One translation of the bible that may help could be the Amplified bible. If you know of anyone that has it, look up Psalm 23:1. See if that translation makes it clear to you. I do know that every time you read the bible, you will get something more or find that it has anew impact in different ways in your life. Not like a good novel, but as a book that is living and speaks to you. Do not give up on the reading, sister. You may not always have a tape with you, but you can always have the Word. Debbie |
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274 | I liked most of what... | Bible general Archive 1 | glory777 | 12428 | ||
Norrie- Have you read any of the psalms? I agree with EdB and I don't think too many people would disagree that the books to start with are the gospels. But the psalms are so beautiful and say so many things we feel but just can't seem to put into words, sometimes. It is hard to get disciplined to reading. But I think that is part of the enemies work. Each time you sit down and read for even 10 minutes, consider it a victory. Another one praying for you - Debbie |
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275 | I liked most of what... | Bible general Archive 1 | glory777 | 12331 | ||
Norrie- If you see anyone pushing anyone down - I would run and fast! If a person were to walk into the synagogues when sacrifices were given, I don't think they would know what was going on either, if they were not Jewish. Extremely confusing and upsetting and I would think scary. I remember the first time I went in a church and saw all these people with their hands in the air, praying. What is wrong with these people? Then I started looking up in my bible and found that folding hands had to do with sleeping! Does that mean you can't fold your hands? No, it is just an outward sign of worship. But until you know what is going on and the purpose for it, you can't understand it - I didn't. And I say, don't worry about the tongue thing. What I sense in you, Norrie, is a deep love for the Lord and for others. You have the greater gift. God bless you, my sister. Debbie |
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276 | I liked most of what... | Bible general Archive 1 | glory777 | 12330 | ||
Dear JVH0212- God bless you for making yourself clear. I had misunderstood you, it sounded like an attack on many of the things I hold dear. I see we are in agreement on so many things. The only thing I can say to differ with you, is the times when I have been prayed for, it was a specified time during the service when people with needs would like to have their needs prayed for with others. The intensity of having your prayer joined with in agreement with others seems to hold a greater power (note, I did right "seems", but I think that is biblical - in agreement, 2 or more gathered in My name(?))and I have found, at those times, whether there have been manifestations, such as weak knees, etc. that there is usually a change, it may not be life changing, but it can be a great feeling of peace, relief, joy, etc. If the expectation is just to "fall down", that is what you will get. I agree, there are places and evangelists that I think do it just for showiness and get the people so hyped up that it is not God doing anything and THAT IS WRONG! But there are times, when I am worshipping, my eyes are closed, that I am very glad I have the back of a chair in front of me to hold on to. So I think it can be a matter of just having a concentration level on the Lord so powerful that one starts to "wobble". This is not a matter of just a belief that my church teaches, but of something that happens to me, what I have been through and have experienced. Does this mean I am more "spiritual" than others? If anyone thinks that - they don't know me! But I sure want to love God even more than I do now, and usually if I go for prayer it is for the Lord to give me a greater love for Him and to be more open to His guidance. Anyway, enough of this. I do thank you for your reply. We are talking about different ways of worshipping, here I think, basically, and anytime it becomes a circus, disorganized, dangerous there is something not right. We are in agreement. I respect you also. I feel overwhelmed in this forum, sometimes, because we do have such great minds and knowledge and people that know how to find so much information. If anything is of God, I feel this is. We still manage to keep the sweet spirit of unity even in the midst of disagreement. May it ever be so. Your sister iin Christ- Debbie |
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277 | When do we become sinners? | Ps 51:5 | glory777 | 12289 | ||
I'm just throwing this in. I too believe that Christ's blood covers the sins of the small children. I do know that when David's son died, he mourned and made the comment about expecting to see him in Heaven. And I do know that, although Jesus rebuked and made a point about other people's sins, He never rebuked the children, but loved to have them by Him. They did not need to be forgiven, baptized, or even to understand who He was. He just wanted them near Him. I don't think He is any different now. Debbie |
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278 | I liked most of what... | Bible general Archive 1 | glory777 | 12287 | ||
You are right. This is something we will not agree on. I do see biblical precedent, (this has been discussed before), and I have seen the benefits of the experience in my own personal life and the lives of others. But the situations were always in order, with a deep reverence and worshipful spirit. Can it be harmful? Yes, if those who are ministering are not aware of what is going on. If there has been an incident where people are getting injured, I would definitely consider well before attending that church. Debbie |
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279 | I liked most of what... | Bible general Archive 1 | glory777 | 12271 | ||
JVH0212- Maybe it itsn't my place to respond to this, but there are those who don't agree with everything Hanegraaf says. If that is what he thinks, so be it, but I know differently from personal experience. EdB and I both agree there are things that happen that are not genuine, but I think sometimes people may be faulted for throwing the baby out with the bathwater. If this is not a sin to the "slayee", if the person feels that the Lord has touched him in a special way, should we say "You can't that - you may get hurt." You are right, though, in that this is not for everyone, neither is Lutheranism, Baptist, Church of Christ, Methodist, etc. But to call what one believes a fairy tale, I think is going a little far. We are all one member of the body, I think, and as such, should respect and care for each other. Unless this forum is just for one religious view, I don't think taking one man's opinion as fact and saying his opinion overides everything and all else is like believing in UFO's etc. Debbie |
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280 | I liked most of what... | Bible general Archive 1 | glory777 | 12219 | ||
There- I think what we are speaking about is a term. A group of words that people put together to denote an experience that has happened in the bible, but is not called by that term. You do agree that when God manefests Himself, or touches a believer in a special way, they know it right? We do have examples of this in the Bible. Falling was often a part of it - forward or backward, I think that is getting picky, the fact is their strength left them. Whenever you come into contact with the HOly of Holies in an intimate way, can you stand there and not be affected? As far as the possibility of it being from the devil, I can say, from my limited experience (I am from a small church) that I have not seen any proof that it was. I have seen what I think is flesh in some instances. But because of these cases, again I ask, should the whole thing be thrown out? Because some people overeat on food, should we get rid of eating? Even following God can be abused by neglecting family or responsiblity. I don't believe Ed or I have been trying to get you to become Pentecostal. I myself believe that I derive more power from the practices to do the Lord's work and bring me closeer to Him. If someone else doesn't believe this way - so be it. As long as you are growing in the Lord and have given your heart and life to Him. That is the main issue. There are always going to be points that fellow believers do not agree with. We will get the answers when we see Him face to face, and it won't make any difference then, anyway. God's peace. Debbie |
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