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281 | I liked most of what... | Bible general Archive 1 | glory777 | 12095 | ||
There- I believe that if you fake anything, it is not of God. So yes, it would be sin. But that doesn't mean "the devil made me do it!", either. I think we use the devil too much as an excuse. It can also be from self (flesh) and I find this type of of self sin coming from immature believers or even from those who want to be thought of as very "spiritual". If a person truly wants to know more of God, wants Jesus to do a work in him and change him and submits-"Do with me whatever You want Lord - I am yours and I give my will over to you" and on top of that, have others joined in prayer with him for that purpose, it is giving the Holy Spirit the opportunity to work mightily. I have gone for prayer for the Lord to work in me and give me boldness to proclaim the gospel, and I came away with a renewed sense of humbleness, and the boldness and opportunity were given. He will give this in personal prayer also, but when hearts are united for a single purpose, it seems He comes in power. Because of the abuse of this practice, should we say it should all be outlawed? No, but I think people have to use the intellect God gave them, but don't rely purely on intellect. Intellect will tell you miracles are impossible. Intellect will tell you don't go by feelings, and yet "God's Spirit bears witness with our spirit" which gives you assurance of being God's child. Don't put God into a box. He is still doing miracles today, and if some of what is being done makes you uncomfortable, find a church that goes where you are comfortable, as long as the name of Jesus is bing lifted up. For me, pentacostalism is the right church, but I know it is not for everyone. When I say I spread the gospel of Jesus, I spread the gospel for Jesus and not for my church. As long as they are being fed the Word, it is a "right" church to go to. In Christ- Debbie |
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282 | Do you think this may be | Bible general Archive 1 | glory777 | 12015 | ||
The only reference in the Bible that I can think of that would justify falling in the presence of the Holy Spirit would be when the glory of the Lord would fill the temple and and priests could not even enter to minister, but would fall and could not move. I, too, am Pentecostal, and I will agree with my brother, EdB that there is a lot of the flesh involved here. But I will not say that everything I see is not of the Holy Spirit but of Satan. That to me sounds too much like the Pharisees saying that Jesus and His miracles where of the devil. God can work in whatever way He chooses, and I will not accuse Him if I do not know for certain. I do know that you can go deeper into worship than just mouthing prayers and singing songs and then leaving just as you entered. I know that you can be so focused on the Lord, and desire Him so much that you can feel His presence in a stronger way. When this happens, it is you and Him and nothing else matters. And being in this association, your strength can leave you. I don't agree that it happens everytime someone touches you in prayer, but I know that it can happen even if no one is touching you in prayer. I know of many people who have gone for "altar call" and have never been "slain in the Spirit." Does that mean that the Lord has not touched him? Not at all, but different people react in different ways, and the Lord moves in different ways. I have seen others that are "slain in the spirit" and fall time after time. But I see the change in the one who doesn't fall but walks with the Lord and no change in the other's walk. I think the one very much has "flesh" in the action. Holy laughter? I think that also can be taken to extremes - or a fleshly thing. I know God will not take possesion of a person, that you are in control of your acts (Corinthians)but I have also seen too many churchs where people come in with a glum expression and leave the same way. There is a real problem finding any joy, let alone the joy of the Lord. Any time things are done out of time or place, it has no order. God is a god of order. |
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283 | how many great things Jesus do | John | glory777 | 11871 | ||
I am not sure what you mean. Many miracles were documented in the gospels. John 21:25 says very few were written of all He had done. It would be wonderful to have a list of them all, wouldn't it? Debbie |
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284 | predestination - free will or God | John | glory777 | 11870 | ||
Jim- I don't know if I can help you out much here. But I know that before God created the world, He knew who would and who would not believe. The opportunities to believe are placed there for us and He knows how we would respond. Is that predestination? I am not sure. But to me it does not matter and is a moot point. I DID believe. Does that mean I can sit back and say that if God wants my neigbor saved, he will be saved whether I do anything about it or not? It means that I will follow what my God says and do what I can to present the Gospel to my neighbor. I will try to walk in a manner worthy of the name "Child of God". Whether God knows that he will be saved or not is not the point. The point is, am I doing my part? Debbie |
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285 | Is the KJV "Supreme"? | Ps 12:6 | glory777 | 11865 | ||
I agree, Hank. The first time I read the NIV (the first translation I read after reading King James) it was like opening my eyes to the Bible all over again. But I still like to go back to the King James once in a while. The language is beautiful, especially the Psalms. But for someone who is just beginning to read the Bible - no way. Debbie |
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286 | What is our sacrifice of praise to God? | Heb 13:15 | glory777 | 11725 | ||
Steve- I have often puzzled over this one. I heard on the radio the other day a woman giving an answer that fits. A sacrifice is giving up something or doing something that is difficult for the Lord, right? She said that when there are times that you don't feel very "spiritual" or thankful or feel like praising God, do it anyway. Don't know if that is what it means, technically, but I find that when I use it, bring Him the sacrifice, He turns it into genuine worship. Debbie |
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287 | How much submitting must a woman do? | 1 Corinthians | glory777 | 11724 | ||
Norrie, I just read all the posts to this point, and all I can say is Praise God it isn't you. I feel horrible for the other woman, and will keep her in prayer, but the people who write in to this forum are friends. So I thank God again. I think a lot of people have problems with the thought of submission. It is not being submissive to say "God says I must be submissive, so I guess I have to," but if it is understood that every successful organization and company has an order and in order for a family to be successful it must also have an order. God gave us that order. Man, as the head, must love His wife as God loved the church - sacrificially (you could ask my husband how much he sacrifices every time he gets our charge card bill!). The woman was made to be a helpmeet (helpmate) and so should be respected as an important member of the decision making process in the family. She should love and honor her husband, realizing his role is not an easy one. Submission becomes easier. It especially helps if both are true Christians who understand the roles they have. But even if only the wife knows her role, by accepting it, sometimes the husband will accept his. In the situation you are describing about a man who claims to be Christian, a lot of people claim to be Christian and have no idea what a Christian is. In an abuse situation, again I say get out. Not only could it result in severe injury to the person involved, but the effects can be severely damaging to any children. I think studies were done that showed the majority of abusive adults came from abusive homes. And those that married into an abusive situation had also seen those same situations growing up as a child. It is a hard situation. But I think when God talks about submitting, He wasn't talking about being beaten. Debbie |
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288 | How much submitting must a woman do? | 1 Corinthians | glory777 | 11722 | ||
Norrie- I was also in a similar situation. My husband never actually hit me, but he would shove me into walls, etc. I had to end it before it ended me. But I also had a job and could marginally support myself. I think it is especially hard for a woman if she has little or no means of support. I do know there is help out there. Don't let that keep you in a situation. Talk to your pastor. Remember, you are a child of the King. He knew you and loved you before He even formed the world. HE DIED FOR YOU AND WOULD DO IT AGAIN!!!FOR YOU!!! You are precious in His sight. Don't ever let anyone tell you any different. Your life is precious to Him, and to us. You are a woman of value. God give you strength and wisdom and guidance. Look to His Word. Look to Him. But if you are being physically abused, again I say, Get Out! Debbie |
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289 | How much submitting must a woman do? | 1 Corinthians | glory777 | 11627 | ||
Norrie If a husband is physically abusing either his wife or children she should get out of there as fast as she can! No qustions, just go! As far as mental abuse from her husband, if she is a Christian, she has an advantage. The scripture tells us all that we are in Christ, and with a strong belief and church family, she has the means to see herself as she really is. I Cor. 7:16 gives good advise about being "unevenly yoked". If one or the other is unbelieving, the one could have an influence on the other and both could be brought tothe kngdom. I have an unbelieving husband but i n the last couple years I have seen remarkable change in him and I believe and trust in the Lord that he will come to accept Him in a personal way. Submission is not something that is beat into you, but something you willingly lay down. I was not submissive. I was rebellious. When I learned that the Lord truly wanted me to stop trying to be the head of the household and put the house in the God given order, I was freed. My husband has the authority and will eventually have to answer to God for decisions he makes concerning our home. I will give advise, but if he takes it or not, the decision is up to him. I did my part and I will trust him to do what is best - whether it turns out that way or not. Will try to get more to you on this a little later. Your sister in Christ- Debbie |
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290 | Will keeping Law yield eternal life? | Lev 18:5 | glory777 | 11625 | ||
I guess I did not make my answer understandable. Yes, it always was by faith. But when the Lord gave Moses the Law, the people were expected to try to live by it. They could not say "I have faith so I don't have to do what the law says." That would be the same as saying "I don't care what God says" and so verifies their love and respect for the Lord was not there. And as Rom. 3:20 states, the law made them aware of how sinful they were, which should bring them to a greater awareness of how they would have to depend on God's mercy and faithfulness (faith). So, keeping the law, for the right motive (faith and love for the Lord)would gain them eternal law. Keeping the law, for appearance sake or just because that was what a good jew did, gained them nothing. It all boils down to faith. | ||||||
291 | Cherubim | Ezekiel | glory777 | 11592 | ||
Hi TOFT- If you read in Ezekial, the only thing about cherubim that remotely resembles anything human is one of the faces had a man's face. The rest was a mixture of animal and bird and "wheel within a wheel". It boggles the mind. Debbie |
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292 | Spiritual maturity | Bible general Archive 1 | glory777 | 11583 | ||
What classifies a Christian as "mature"? Or does this only happen when we are face to face with God? | ||||||
293 | Cherubim | Ezekiel | glory777 | 11579 | ||
How did cherubs or cherubim end up looking like baby angels in paintings and modern times? | ||||||
294 | God's of Egypt relate to plagues? | Exodus | glory777 | 11575 | ||
prayon- I think it is just like God to totally show Himself supreme over any of their so-called gods by showing He had power over the lesser of their gods all the way to the one they considered the most powerful. He is a God of order and will leave no doubt about who He is. Debbie |
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295 | Acts of God | Deut 3:24 | glory777 | 11571 | ||
Nolan- I guess I meant more like tornados, floods, etc. |
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296 | Spiritual maturity | Not Specified | glory777 | 11568 | ||
Does a Christian ever totaly reach spiritual maturity? | ||||||
297 | Spiritual maturity | Bible general Archive 1 | glory777 | 11576 | ||
Does a Christian ever totaly reach spiritual maturity? | ||||||
298 | Mount Sinai or Zion? | Heb 12:22 | glory777 | 11564 | ||
AMEN!!!!! Debbie |
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299 | Eggs for cash: Help! | Bible general Archive 1 | glory777 | 11561 | ||
Peches- When writing in the forum, please don't use all caps. It signifies shouting and hurts my eyes. I agree with the issue of selling eggs, but it goes along with the whole societal disregard for life. Where else can you find a nation that will fine a person a great deal of money for destroying an eagle's egg, and yet say it is OK to destroy an unborn baby? We need the Lord to heal our land. I recently read a quotation from Ruth Graham that stated something like "If God doesn't do something about the United States soon, He is going to have to ask pardon from Sodom and Gommorah". We need to pray long and hard for our country. Debbie |
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300 | Will keeping Law yield eternal life? | Lev 18:5 | glory777 | 11557 | ||
I think it depended on where there heart was. I take it this was in the time before Christ. If they followed the verses quoted by Jesus they could. Abraham was saved, again not by works, but by faith. He loved the Lord. By just keeping the Law, no. Even if they didn't keep the law with all it's little add-ons, if they truly loved the Lord, tried to live by the law, then, yes. Debbie |
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