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2981 | Who wrote the letter to the Hebrews? | Hebrews | Makarios | 8331 | ||
Good question.. I've heard strong arguments for Paul being ascribed to as the author of the book of Hebrews and strong arguments for Barnabas. Les Feldick's (Bible teacher out of Oklahoma) opinion is that it was Paul, since he could not give his name in the letter (since he was writing to the Jews), and because he "proved" Christ through his deep, detailed, and inspired writing that is so intellectually provoking (as with other letters of his such as Romans). My professor at Indiana Wesleyan University feels (or felt in 1994) that it was Barnabas since he did not give his name and other 'internal' evidence from the letter that (in his opinion) suggested that it was written by someone other than Paul. What is my opinion? My opinion is that it was Barnabas. But I could be wrong. :) | ||||||
2982 | What's the plan? | Matt 7:13 | Makarios | 8322 | ||
I'm glad that you asked! Here's the plan: 1) You must realize that you are a sinner (read Romans 3:23). 2) Realize that the penalty for sin is death! (Romans 6:23) 3) Acknowledge that Christ paid the penalty for your sin by dying on the cross. (1 Peter 3:18) 4) Know that you have to repent and ask God for forgiveness! (Acts 3:19) 5) And you must accept Jesus Christ into your life by having faith in Him as your Lord and Savior (Ephesians 2:8) 6) You must confess that Jesus is Lord, and you will be saved! (Romans 10:9,13) I have a website that I have created in order to lead people to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ (http://www.geocities.com/greedo123.geo/christ.html) Note: Salvation is not based on anything that WE DO, it is based on ACCEPTING JESUS by FAITH! Read your Bible and begin with the New Testament (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John). Begin to attend a church nearby and do not hesitate to ask a pastor how to become a Christian and grow in the faith! |
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2983 | relationship to salvation | Matt 7:13 | Makarios | 8318 | ||
Interesting question! Christ is the only gate, He is the only door and only few will find it. Only few are willing to forsake everything and totally commit everything that they are to Christ! If we look at Matthew 14:14, Mark 2:4, Luke 7:24, and John 6:24, we see large crowds following Jesus and seeking Him. However in John 6:66, we learn that they all dwindle down to just a few after truly learning what the demands of discipleship really where. I believe that this is also true for the human race at large, and only those who really know Jesus and accept Him into their hearts will be saved! "For many are called, but few are chosen." (Matt. 22:14) What can we do to enter into this narrow gate? The answer is found in Matthew 24:45-46, where the Master returns to find the slave doing what he was told to do and faithful. For the Master will return on a day that is least expected. For we must do acts of righteousness out of our faith in Him, because of our relationship with Jesus Christ (Matthew 25:31-46). | ||||||
2984 | Why not eat the hip socket? | Gen 32:32 | Makarios | 8314 | ||
"Though the practice is not forbidden in Scripture, Jews have traditionally avoided eating the sciatic nerve (sinew) of the hind quarter of animals." Ryrie Study Bible In verse 25 we read God touching the socket of Jacob's thigh (close to where the leg meets the lower abdomen), which became dislocated since God did not easily prevail against him. God allowed Himself to be overcome by Jacob, though He crippled him (whether temporarily or for the rest of his life is not stated). His limp is proof that this wasn't just a dream. The Jewish rule against eating this muscle continues into modern times within Judaism. This is the only place in the Bible where the sciatic muscle (or the dietary prohibition) is mentioned or referred to. This prohibition serves as a perpetual reminder of this fateful encounter with God. |
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2985 | Overconfident @ Ai? | Josh 7:2 | Makarios | 8307 | ||
Interesting question, airmale.. The Israelites spied out the land of Ai in Josh. 7:2 and came back to Joshua saying that "only about two or three thousand men need go up to Ai; do not make all the people toil up there, for they are few." Were they overconfident? Possibly, since Joshua 8:25 mentions 12,000 people of Ai. Even so, the Lord's anger burned against Israel (Josh 7:1), since Achan broke the ban (v. 11,20-22), and Israel therefore could not stand before their enemies, since the Lord's judgment was upon Israel (v. 12-13). So Israel had to consecrate herself to the Lord again by removing "the things under the ban from your midst." Or else she would be left powerless in battle, as a result of God's judgment. So yes, overconfidence on the part of the Israeli spies could be justified, but it was not the primary reason for Israel's folly in this situation. |
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2986 | Where was Jesus going? | Luke 24:28 | Makarios | 8304 | ||
An allusion is made to this passage in Mark 6:48, where Jesus almost passed by the disciples as He was walking on water. However, Zondervan's NASB Study Bible states, "If they had not invited Him in, He apparently would have continued on by Himself." The Classic Bible Commentary by Owen Collins states, "'Stay with us.' There are several other instances of similar expressions like this in Scripture used on similar occasions (see Genesis 32:26; Judges 6:18; 13:15). All show that God loves to be entreated by his people, and that those who wish to have much must ask much, and even do so with holy violence." (pg. 1076, copy 1999, Crossway Books) Matthew Henry Commentary suggests, "They courted His stay with them: He made as though He would have gone further; He did not say that He would, but He seemed to them to be going further, and did not readily turn into their friend's house, which it would not be decent for a stranger to do unless he were invited. He would have gone further if they had not courted His stay; so that here was nothing like dissimulation in the case. If a stranger be shy, every one knows the meaning of it; he will not thrust himself rudely upon your house or company; but, if you make it appear that you are freely desirous of him for your guest or companion, he knows not but he may accept your invitation, and this was all that Christ did when He made as though he would have gone further. Note, Those that would have Christ dwell with them must invite Him, and be importunate with him; though He is often found of those that seek him not.." (pg. 1912) |
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2987 | What is Christianity? | Acts | Makarios | 8300 | ||
Hello Hank! I would sum up Christianity in this way, "You shall love the LORD your GOD with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind." And "You shall love your neighbor as yourself." (Matt. 22:37,39) Jesus was God Himself! We bear his title, "The Christ", in our title, "Christians", as meaning that we follow after Him, are His disciples, and are committed and bound to pattern ourselves after Him all the days of our lives! :) Trying to explain the full measure of Christianity would be impossible in one single post or by any single human.. But the full meaning of Christianity can only be found by looking towards Jesus Christ and in humans by observing the overwhelming wellspring of joy that has come to live in our hearts! |
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2988 | How many vs. are in Gen. | Genesis | Makarios | 8225 | ||
Hello maine, the Book of Genesis has a total of 1,533 verses that are included in its 50 chapters. | ||||||
2989 | Church leaders must be married? | 1 Tim 3:2 | Makarios | 8202 | ||
In 1 Corinthians 7:7, Paul states, "Yet I wish that all men were even as I myself am. However, each man has his own gift from God, one in this manner, and another in that." The Ryrie Expanded Edition Study Bible comments on this verse and v. 8, "'even as I.' Paul was obviously unmarried when he wrote these words. He might have been a widower. It is difficult, however, to substantiate that he had been married on the basis that he was a member of the Sanhedrin (Acts 26:10). It is uncertain that he was a member and also uncertain that members had to be married in the period before A.D. 70." The MacArthur NKJV Study Bible suggests, "'as I myself.' As a single person, Paul recognized the special freedom and independence he had to serve Christ ... But he did not expect all believers to be single, nor all who were single to stay that way, nor all who were married to act celibate as if they were single. 'gift from God'. Both singleness and marriage are God's gracious gifts." Matthew Henry Commentary says on page 2255, "No, he could wish all men were as himself (v.7), that is, single, and capable of living continently in that state. ... But it did not answer the intentions of divine Providence as well for all men to have as much command of this appetite as Paul had. ... Paul could wish all men were as himself, but all men cannot receive such a saying, save those to whom it is given, Matt. 19:11." It is agreed that Paul was indeed single, but was he always single? Some argue that you would have to almost certainly be married in order to be a Pharisee or member of the Sanhedrin, and that his wife parted ways with him shortly after his conversion. But there is no Scriptural support to back up this assertion. |
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2990 | What happened to the saints that where | Matt 27:52 | Makarios | 8169 | ||
Good question! In Matthew 27:52-53, all we know is what is actually in the text. It is interesting to point out that this event is only found in Matthew's Gospel. Verse 53 says that they 'appeared to many', being a physical, visual and spiritual testimony to 'the holy city' as evidence that this was indeed the Son of God! (Matt. 27:54) We can only speculate on what happened after they were brought to life again. Perhaps they continued on living as a testimony for Jesus' resurrection during the 40 days that He walked the earth after His resurrection, only to die another natural death afterwards, but knowing that their place was secure in heaven since they 'took part' in Christ's crucifixion. Matthew is my favorite of the Gospels! :) In Christ, Nolan |
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2991 | What happened to the saints that where | Matt 27:52 | Makarios | 8167 | ||
Good question! In Matthew 27:52-53, all we know is what is actually in the text. It is interesting to point out that this event is only found in Matthew's Gospel. Verse 53 says that they 'appeared to many', being a physical, visual and spiritual testimony to 'the holy city' as evidence that this was indeed the Son of God! (Matt. 27:54) We can only speculate on what happened after they were brought to life again. Perhaps they continued on living as a testimony for Jesus' resurrection during the 40 days that He walked the earth after His resurrection, only to die another natural death afterwards, but knowing that their place was secure in heaven since they 'took part' in Christ's crucifixion. | ||||||
2992 | Saints after Christ was crusified what? | Matt 27:52 | Makarios | 8165 | ||
Good question! In Matthew 27:52-53, all we know is what is actually in the text. It is interesting to point out that this event is only found in Matthew's Gospel. Verse 53 says that they 'appeared to many', being a physical, visual and spiritual testimony to 'the holy city' as evidence that this was indeed the Son of God! (Matt. 27:54) We can only speculate on what happened after they were brought to life again. Perhaps they continued on living as a testimony for Jesus' resurrection during the 40 days that He walked the earth after His resurrection, only to die another natural death afterwards, but knowing that their place was secure in heaven since they 'took part' in Christ's crucifixion. | ||||||
2993 | Who was Lemuel? | Prov 31:6 | Makarios | 8118 | ||
I agree, it is pretty interesting.. Hastings' Dictionary of the Bible suggests, "LEMUEL.-The name of a king, otherwise unknown, to whom Proverbs 31:1-9 is addressed by his mother. His identity has been much discussed; he has been identified (by the Rabbinical commentators) with Solomon, (by Grotius) with Hezekiah. Cf. also 'Massa'. It is possible that the name is a fanciful title to represent any virtuous king, invented for the purpose of conveying certain maxims." (Hastings' Dictionary of the Bible, pg. 540, Copyright 1909, 1994 Hendrickson, James Hastings - Editor) The Ryrie Expanded Edition NASB Study Bible suggests, "This section, and perhaps the acrostic poem that follows (vv. 10-31), is attributed to King Lemuel, of whom nothing is known. Some have suggested that Lemuel ("belonging to God") was Bathsheba's name for Solomon, but this is just a guess." Nelson's NKJV Study Bible comments, "This verse begins a new section of material from a non-Israelite source. Some have thought that the name Lemuel, meaning "Belonging to God," is a pseudonym for Solomon, but this is only a guess." Zondervan's NIV Study Bible states, "his mother. This entire chapter emphasizes the role and significance of wise women. The queen mother was an influential figure (see 1 Kings 1:11-13; 15:13)." Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole Bible suggests, "Most interpreters are of the opinion that Lemuel is Solomon; the name signifies on that is 'for God', or 'devoted to God'; and so it agrees well enough with that honourable name which, by divine appointment, was given to Solomon (2 Sam. 12:25), 'Jedediah'- beloved of the Lord. Lemuel is supposed to be a pretty, fond, endearing name, by which his mother used to call him; and so much did he value himself upon the interest he had in his mother's affections that he was not ashamed to call himself by it." (page 1025 - and it goes on to explain how Lemuel 'could' be Solomon..) |
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2994 | Swords and terrorist? | John 18:10 | Makarios | 8113 | ||
Good point, EdB! And one that should be considered. I also own a rifle and I appreciate your response that the problem is not with the sword or 'sidearm'. The problem is in our hearts! | ||||||
2995 | EdB, Did He die on Thursday? | John 19:31 | Makarios | 8089 | ||
I can find more support to prove that it took place on Friday instead of Thursday... Nelson's NKJV Study Bible, "'The Preparation Day' was Friday, the day before the Sabbath (see v.14). bodies should not remain on the cross: It is ironic that in the midst of a deliberate judicial murder the Jews were scrupulous about keeping the ceremonial law. According to Jewish law (Deut. 21:23), it was necessary to remove the bodies of executed criminals before sunset. ... High Day is literally "great day". The coming Sabbath was especially important because it was the Sabbath of the Passover Week." MacArthur's NKJV Study Bible, "Preparation Day. This refers to Friday, the day before or "the preparation" day for the Sabbath." I can find more Steve.. How about you? What kind of sources do you have for Thursday??? |
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2996 | "3 days" only or "3 days and 3 nights"? | John 19:31 | Makarios | 8087 | ||
Steve, have YOU ever asked a Jewish Rabbi what this phrase means? Do you realize that you are going against every good interpretation or traditional understanding of this verse? Do you even care? Here's some "sound" explanation to this verse.. Zondervan's NASB Study Bible states, "'a high day'. The Sabbath that fell at Passover time. The Passover meal had been eaten on Thursday evening, the day of Preparation was Friday, and the Sabbath came on Saturday." The verse ITSELF says that it was the "day of preparation" when the bodies were taken down from the cross. Therefore, this would have been on a Friday, not on a Thursday. Steve, I challenge you to find at least one credible Bible scholar that supports your point of view. |
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2997 | Do we have a flawed New Testament? | 2 Tim 3:16 | Makarios | 8081 | ||
Hello Hank! I believe that our conclusion lies in Psalm 12:6-7.. "The words of the LORD are pure words; As silver tried in a furnace on the earth, refined seven times. You, O LORD, will keep them; You will preserve him from this generation forever." So my conclusion is that the New Testament isn't the object that is flawed, but the one who even went so far as to ask the question, "Was Paul always right?" is most definitely flawed in their thinking; that is, if they were indeed serious. How should we take such a person seriously? I wonder.. |
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2998 | Haven't we had enough? | Rom 5:6 | Makarios | 8061 | ||
Yes Radioman!! I AGREE. I pray that this post that I write right now is indeed the LAST ONE for Romans 5:6.. | ||||||
2999 | Care to Claim what you Proclaim? | Rom 5:6 | Makarios | 8060 | ||
Evidently, Melchizedekau was unable to reply or unwilling to reply. | ||||||
3000 | Paul's extra-biblical teaching inerrant? | 2 Tim 3:16 | Makarios | 8059 | ||
Steve, I am in full agreement with Radioman and Hank on this.. Why pursue this question? Does this meet the standards or criteria set forth in the "About" link under the "Information" header of the Study Bible Forum? What would this question achieve other than casting doubt upon God's Holy Word? ATTENTION: All who view the Forum as a medium for getting answers to good questions, please avoid inane questions such as this.. |
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