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281 | How could the Bible be perfect? | 1 Cor 13:10 | Robert Nicholson | 54075 | ||
Dear brother If we accept that the Ultimate author of the word of God is God himself, we should understand that the word which God gave through various people over the years is accurate. It is amazing that God has chosen the humble ones of this world to entrust his word, this is his perogative. This idea is given to us in Paul's letter to the Corinthians; "But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us." ( 2 Cor, 4:7) Peter writes "For prophecy came in in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost" 2 Peter 1:21 In other words the scriptures were "God breathed" When we refer to the new testament we find the promise of the Lord Jesus to his disciples "But the Comforter which is the Holy Ghost, whom the father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring to your rememberance, whatsoever I have said unto you" (John 14:26) Thus, the new testament was not simply written from the memories of those who followed Jesus, but were written as they were guided by the Holy Spirit. Jesus said "Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away." (Matt. 24:35) For the creature to suggest that the Creator can not guard his word is ludicrous. Robert |
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282 | Eternal Security is it possible? | 2 Tim 1:12 | Robert Nicholson | 54069 | ||
Eternal Security reflects God's ability to save us first of all and to keep us for eternity. Paul could say with a note of triumph: "I know whom I have believed" Paul does not cite his own personal faithfulness as the reason he feels secure; No! rather he focuses on "I have believed" A statement was made on another post "that only the faithful go to heaven" this suggesting that those who have believed could through their own unfaithfulness somehow be denied the eternal promise of the living Christ "I give unto them eternal life and they shall never Perish" John 10 Peter reminds us "Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot" ( 1 Peter 1:18-19) Redeemed ! how I love to proclaim it. Only those who are redeemed will be in heaven. We were sold under sin, we were sinners by birth, by practice and by choice. We could not free ourselves from sin except through the precious blood of Christ. The work was absolutely his; nothing I could do before I was saved or after I am saved could contribute in any way to the work which Christ accomplished on the cross. Three words from the cross from our saviour summerized it all "It is Finished!" A lamb without blemish would remind us of his purity when he came into this world. Without spot reminds of the life which he lived before his father and humankind, a perfect life with no sin. This was the one who paid the debt that was required to redeem us. He satisfied God by his sacrifice and when we place our faith in him we are forgiven and we are set free. Eternal security, does it exist? Absolutely it rests upon the work of Christ and his promises regarding those who will accept his work as the only way to be saved. He is the keeper of our souls. To suggest that we can lose such a gift is an insult to God himself. Fellow Christain rejoice that your sins are forgiven. Robert |
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283 | Is it erroneous to Say God said NO? | Ezek 28:24 | Robert Nicholson | 53611 | ||
There is a difference between God exalting and spreading the Gospel by Paul who was a chosen vessel to do so, than for Paul to be exalted within himself. Paul could write "But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world" (Galatians 6:14) In fact at the time of Pauls conversion Acts 9 the Lord spoke about his mission and the suffering which would be his. "For I will show him how great things he must suffer for my name's sake" Acts 9:16. In 1 Cor. 12 Paul speaks of his experience at Lystra where he was stoned by the Jews. Acts 14:19. His humility is seen in that in 1 Cor. 12: 1-3 he speaks in the third person as he describes the things which he heard when caught up into paradise "unspeakable words which it is not lawful for man to utter" Paul continues on to speak about a thorn in the flesh which was given to him in v. 7. In v. 8 "he besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me" However, it was here that he learned an even greater truth that "My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me" V9 I do not believe that God is saying no, but is saying in your time of weakness my grace will deliver you and give you the strength to bear the trial. In Paul's letter to Cornith we read "There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it." ( 1 Cor. 10:13) Robert |
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284 | Where does it say that GOD GAVE? | Ezek 28:24 | Robert Nicholson | 53567 | ||
Greetings from Ontario Canada The passage you are looking for is found in 2 Corinthians 12:7 KJV I think that we would be more correct in saying God allowed Paul to receive a thorn in the flesh. "And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me,lest I should be exalted above measure" 2 Cor. 12:7 Robert |
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285 | DO NOT BE YOKED WITH UNBELIEVERS.... | 2 Cor 6:14 | Robert Nicholson | 53490 | ||
Dear Heaven: As I read your letter the following verse came to my memory: "...they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint." (Isaiah 40:31) It is my prayer that you will experience the blessing which is given to those who obey God. This way is not always easy, in fact it is downright tough and as you have said "heartbreaking" May the Spirit of God work with your boy friend and father of your child and show him his need. It may be that God has great things for you both together after he has worked with you. God bless you Robert |
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286 | EXPLAIN GVE UP HIS GHOST AND DIED | John 19:30 | Robert Nicholson | 53488 | ||
YHTAK: The Lord Jesus said "No man taketh it (his life) from me, but I lay it down of myself. I have power to lay it down, and I have power to take it again. This commandment have I received of my Father." (John 10:18) The significance of the Lord Jesus dismissing his own spirit demonstrates the truth of the verse above showing that he is indeed God manifest in the flesh. The literal meaning of Matt.27:50 where it is written "he yielded up the ghost it "dismissed his spirit. The beauty of the order of events at calvary is significant. We find that it was not until he cried with a loud voice "finished" did he bow his head and dismiss his spirit, knowing that the work of redemption is complete. Robert |
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287 | Can the blood of bulls take away sin? | Heb 10:4 | Robert Nicholson | 53062 | ||
Simchat Torah In Hebrews 10 the writer is comparing the shadow or type of the old covenant to the fulfilment of that shadow fulfiled in Christ. In V. 1-3 we find that the sacrifices of old covered sin for season and then the rememberance of sin. Thus, in V.4 we read "it is impossible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins." However, under the new covenant in Christ we find that his sacrifice was once for all v. 10 " But this man, after he had offered one sacrifice for sins forever, sat down on the right hand of God" V11 The old testament sacrifices covered sin, but the blood of Jesus Christ provided a way whereby God could forgive the sins of those who had died in faith before the cross and for those who by faith put their trust in him after the cross. Forgiveness such as this "their sins and iniquities I will remember no more" is only found in Christ alone. Praise his name Robert |
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288 | Can a christian go to heaven | John 3:16 | Robert Nicholson | 52515 | ||
Greetings Ann: If a person is a Christian or in other words one who has been born into the family of God by faith in Christ, there is nothing which can separate us from the love of God. Romans 8:35-39 The only sin which will keep a person out of heaven is rejection of the gift of eternal life which God gives to each one puts faith in the finished work of Christ on the cross. Divorce in the life of a Christian spoils the picture which marriage represents which is the realationship between Christ and the church. However, there are many things which we do as Christians which are equally distressing and yet we place the keeping of our souls in Christ who said "I give unto them eternal life and they shall never perish" John 10:28 Robert |
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289 | Gold , Frankincense and myrrh? | Matt 2:11 | Robert Nicholson | 52219 | ||
Prayon: I believe that their is a reason that the Spirit of God is carefull to point out the gifts of the Maji. "They "presented or (offered) unto him gold, franckincese and myrrh" It is significant that they were offering unto him. Gold is a most precious, pure and eternal metal which would remind of of our Saviours royalty, his diety, his purity as he took that lowly stoop into this world. "He knew no sin" Frankincense was used as a perfume in the sanctuary and is connect with sacrificial offerings. When it burnt, it gave off a fragrant odor. The frankincense is symbolic of his divine nature and his holy life. (Malachi 1:11) At his baptism the heavens were opened and God the father declared "This is my beloved son, in whom I am well pleased" or "in whom I have found my delight" (Darby version) Matt. 3:17 Every step the Lord Jesus took was pleasing to his father and was as a sweet smelling savor to God. Myrrh is first mentioned in Exodus 30:23 and is one of the main ingredients in the holy anoiting oil. It was also used in embalming and in Mark 15:23 it was mixed with wine to provide a stupifying drink for those suffering death by cruicification. We find that the Lord Jesus refused this drink, he did not want to dull the suffering which he was enduring on account of sins not his own. Myrrh would remind us that he is the "annoited one", the promised redeemer who came to earth and went to calvary in obedience to his father's will. We read Psalm 22, Isaiah 53 and the gospel accounts of his death to understand in part the depth of suffering which was his. It is amazing that at this birth he was offered this gift which is symbolic of his suffering. Just a few thoughts which I have enjoyed Robert |
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290 | Holy Spirit evidence of Salvation? | Acts 2:38 | Robert Nicholson | 51298 | ||
Mommapbs: The Lord Jesus taught that we must be "born from above" "That which is born of the Spirit is spirit" John 3:6 It is the Holy Spirit who indwells the believer at the moment they place faith in Christ, who makes the change within. 11 Cor. 5:17 Regeneration is the work of God through his Spirit alone. It is the Holy Spirit who baptises us into the body of Christ. "For by one Spirit are we all baptised into one body, whether we be Jews or Gentiles..."1 Cor. 12:13 and we find that as such "Now ye are the body of Christ and members in particular" 1 Cor.12 :27 Your reference to Acts 10:44 again demonstrates "that when they heard the word" the Holy Spirit fell upon them. In v. 47 it was because they had received the Holy Spirit that Peter asks "Can any forbid water that these should not be baptized? V47 and in V48 they were baptised. Do you not think that in Acts we see a progressive unfolding of truth to the church? I agree with you that the fruit of the Spirit in our lives after we are born again is evidence that we are in Christ. Your brother by his grace Robert |
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291 | Does the Bible say why? God made man? | John 17:3 | Robert Nicholson | 51286 | ||
Goodmorning al k: I believe the words of Jesus gives us some insight into your question. "...that they may know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent" John 17:3 I enjoy the amplified rendering of the above verse. I believe that it has always been God's desire to have a personal relationship with humans as seen in Gen 3:8. It would appear that before sin came into the world God communed with Adam and Eve. The depth of this desire for us to know him is demonstrated in what he was willing to pay that this fellowship might be restored. Robert |
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292 | Why do you wait? | Phil 3:20 | Robert Nicholson | 51104 | ||
Amen Stokeyhk: Christ is the only one who will reign in righteousness when he comes Robert |
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293 | How did you become a new creature ? | 2 Cor 5:17 | Robert Nicholson | 51100 | ||
Mommapbs: Amen! On Christ salvation rests secure, the rock of ages must endure, Nor can the faith be overthrown, That rests upon the living stone. Robert |
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294 | Why do you love him? | 1 Pet 1:8 | Robert Nicholson | 51061 | ||
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295 | Why do you wait? | Phil 3:20 | Robert Nicholson | 51059 | ||
Why do you do this? Do you truly wait eagerly? Why? | ||||||
296 | How did you become a new creature ? | 2 Cor 5:17 | Robert Nicholson | 51058 | ||
To all: How did you become a new creature in Christ? Is this a permanent position? |
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297 | thou hast left thy first love | Bible general Archive 1 | Robert Nicholson | 51056 | ||
New Creature: I agree that there are many counterfiet Christians. In the last days there will be a professing Christian church without Christ who will be willing to accept the Anti-Christ. The subtilites of this coming monster will be such that they will think he is who he claims to be. They will believe his lie and be damned with him forever. That is why we must keep to the simplicity which is in Christ. To proclaim his saving love and power. And to stand against those who would try to make him less than what he his. He is altogether lovely, he is the fairest of ten thousand to my soul! The important thing to remember that God is very real and that Satan has tried to counterfeit him at every stage. God will win in the end. We praise his precious and Holy name forever! Robert |
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298 | are there any souls in heaven , | 2 Cor 5:8 | Robert Nicholson | 51055 | ||
Sylaws: I had a lengthy answer for you, but the computer took it away. Souls in heaven? Where is heaven? It is where Jesus is! In 11 Cor. 5: 8-9 Paul teaches us that if we are present in the body we are absent from the Lord. However, if we are absent from the body we are present with the Lord. Present has the sense of a concious knowledge of him. He has not given us much to understand what saved loved ones are enjoying in his presence. Are there souls already in heaven? You have mentioned 1 Thess. 4 We read in v. 14 "For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him" When Christians die they are said to be asleep in Jesus. We find that they are already in his presence and when he comes there is an order in resurrection. a) they which are dead in Christ shall rise first". Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord." Paul expands on this idea In 1 Cor. 15:54 "the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed" The change which we shall undergo is the same as Enoch who was translated that he should not see death. I would agree with you that there are at least two who are with Christ in changed bodies, namely, Enoch and Elijah. When the Lord Jesus rose from the dead he emptied the saved side of hades and transferred them to paradise, the third heaven, the abode of God. God has not given us the details. However, I am sure that those of the old testament who died in faith are with him and will enjoy him forever. Those who have trusted him after the cross and have died are in his personal presence waiting until he comes to this earth. I love the words of Paul "to be absent with the body, present with the Lord." This is our hope as we watch for the Lord from heaven. Are souls asleep. According to Rev. 6:10-11 we read of the souls who were martyered for Christ and how they cry for justice. Souls which are asleep do not cry for justice. I hope I have helped Robert Lift up your heads your redemption draweth neigh. |
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299 | Mark 16:16 what does it say? | Bible general Archive 1 | Robert Nicholson | 51048 | ||
Prayon I would go further to say that baptisum or the ritual thereof will not cover one sin. If a person is immersed in the waters of baptism without faith in Christ, they simply go into the water dry and come up wet. As far as God is concerned there is no forgiveness apart from the precious blood of Christ. Robert |
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300 | Define Hebrews 11:8-19 | Heb 11:13 | Robert Nicholson | 51042 | ||
Hebrews 11 is a wonderful chapter! V. 1 "Faith is the substance of things hoped or the evidence of things not seen" In other words, faith is founded on fact, it is founded on the promises of God and it is based on what God has done before. Faith is not belief in the unknown, but rather belief in the promises of God which are known. In Heb. 11 we read of the heros of faith who "died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen them from afar off, and were persuaded of them, and embrassed them, and confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth" Heb. 11:13 The examples are given: "Abel offered to God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain" "Enoch who walked with God "was translated that he should not see death: and was not found" V.5 Noah moved by faith "prepared an ark to the saving of his house" V 7 "by faith Abraham when he was called" Abraham listened to God and stepped out on his promises by faith. Abraham's test took him to the point he was asked to give his son Isaac. The principle here is that God calls certain people and he wansts them to move by faith. My father used to explain faith this way: God will give you certain information, if you accept it, you will move by faith. Faith is like stepping in the dark with a flash light. Each step will illuminate where we are going. So it is with God, as we trust him by faith and step forward he will reveal his will to us. What I love about Hebrews 11: 8-19 That these people no matter how limited their vision trusted God and it is written "that these died in faith, not having received the promises, but were persuaded of them afar off, and embraced them, and confessed that they were strangers and pilrims on the earth. These dear people did not understand the big picture but they trusted God with what they had; they saw the promise afar off. So it is today our faith is centered in Christ and his work and we know that we belong to him forever. Even though we see through a glass darkly, we know that one day we will see him face to face. Define Hebrews 11"87-19???? People before the cross trusted the light which God gave them which pointed forward to Christ on the cross. Today, we have the same privilege to look backward by faith to the cross and by faith we explain thanksgiving "unto him who loved us and redeemed us to God by his blood, be glory for forever"! Our faith is founded on Christ who is the solid rock who will never fail. Faith is never in the unknown; sometimes in the unseen. God bless each one in him Robert |
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