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301 | role of man and women in the church? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 175617 | ||
To serve God and other Christians. Jeff |
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302 | Does child die for fathers sin? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 174410 | ||
Hello Truthfisher, Welcome to the forum. I just completed a rather lengthy response to your post, but after clicking "Preview Answer" and then the back button every word was gone. Very frustrating. Anyway, I don't have time now to go through it all but I want to offer some feedback. The gist of what I had to say was that I don't believe that the child's death in 2 Samuel was a direct result of David's sin, but rather a consequence. In other words, it doesn't appear to have been a "wage" of David's sin, but a necessary consequence. notice that Nathan said "...by this deed you HAVE GIVEN OCCASION TO THE ENEMIES OF THE LORD TO BLASPHEME...(emphasis added). I elaborated on this in my prior post, but let me just say this here. Could it be that God was protecting the lineage; the throne? If the child would have been allowed to live, would he have succeeded the throne of David? I see the child's death as a "consequence" rather than a "wage". Regarding Deut. 24:16 we have a completely different context. Here, the parameters of man's justice are set. God determined what would be legitimate concerning man taking the life of man. But man has no authority to hold God to those same standards. Again, I elaborated on this and will again if necessary. Finally, Ezekiel 18:20 needs to be considered in the context of the whole chapter. A significant amount of space was used to make a point here. It's important here to recognize that the passage always refers to accountability. In other words, each person referred to (son and father) is referred to in regard to their own accountable behavior. That is, faithfulness or wickedness. The message appears to be that one is not condemned by his father's sin. We surely can not conclude that a father's sin will not result in the death of his child. A drunk driver with his child in the car would be a good example. The father crashes because he is too impared to drive and the child dies. Hope this adds to your consideration on the topic. Sorry I lost the more in-depth post. Jeff |
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303 | Jesus said "Have Faith in ME" | 1 John 5:14 | jlhetrick | 174369 | ||
Hello Corin, sorry to here your going through a difficult time. Just wanted to address some of your comments in hopes that I might help with how you perceive your problem. you wrote: "1. i claimed God's word" To start with, this language sounds like "Word of Faith" talk. Just my opinion though. Remember, our approach to God's word should not be taking a single verse or single verses from different parts of Scripture, and building a doctrine that suits our needs. You wrote: "3. i told God my requests and the critical situation i am in.It definitely not a glory testimony if the circumstances has not changed. 4. i told God more people will feel hurt than joy if the situation continue" Know that God knows the situation you are in and that He knows exactly what effect the circumstances will have on others. It is not as though we need to coach Him in order for Him to know the consequences, thereby convincing Him to answer our prayer in a certain way. Same thing with number 5 in your list. God does not require a list from us; a pointing to our own actions in order to prove ourselves. God knows the condition of your heart and the motivation for every action. You wrote: "6. i have faith the requests answered by the week, meant last week. I listed my requests clearly and specifically. I got no answer for the week : (" Remember, God's answer to prayer will always be according to His own will and plan for you and will always be according to His timing. Placing a time-frame expectation, as well as expecting His answer to be the answer we want is not what the Bible teaches us about prayer. You might consider including 2 Cor. 12:7-10 in developing your understanding of how to approach God in prayer. I'm not sure what you meant by "claiming God's word"; but I will offer this thought. A proper approach to God's word, in my opinion, is to study to extract doctrine, and never attempt to "create" doctrine by "extracting" verses from here and there. I only mention this because your approach to prayer suggests that you have been taught falsely, perhapse by those of the "Word of Faith" persuation. I hope this helps, Jeff |
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304 | God and His creation | 1 Cor 7:1 | jlhetrick | 172875 | ||
Hello Corin, Trinity is not God's emotinoal companion. Trinity is the language given to identify the three persona of God (Father, Son, Holy Spirit). God does have emotions, but they are not limited as ours are. That is, they depend on nothing. When I get "angry" and act, my actions may be unjust and sinful. When God acts in anger, both his anger and actions are righteous and just. God needs nothing, including companionship. This is not to say He does not desire companionship, but He does not require it. The purpose of God's creation is far and above any need for companionship. It is to express His glory and to give honor and praise to Himself. We were created not for the purpose of keeping God company, but to worship Him. This may sound egotistical, but only until you begin to know Him and understand His sovereignty. God is sovereign; He is merciful and full of Grace. He loves us with an undieing love. He has created us and He has saved us. That is more than enough reason for Him to expect and for us to give praise and honor through our continual worship of Him. I hope this helps, Jeff |
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305 | can you name the ten commandments? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 172762 | ||
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306 | what are the ten commandments? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 172760 | ||
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307 | can you name the ten commandments | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 172758 | ||
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308 | can you name the ten commandments? | Ex 20:1 | jlhetrick | 172755 | ||
Go to Exodus chapter 20 Welcome to the forum! Jeff |
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309 | can you name the ten commandments | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 172752 | ||
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310 | weaker and wiser | 2 Cor 13:4 | jlhetrick | 172737 | ||
Hello mamasonthree, I don't think that's in there, at least not in that format. You may be thinking of 2 Cor 13:4. Jeff |
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311 | Are we presenting the gospel scripturaly | John 1:12 | jlhetrick | 172353 | ||
Hello John, The question is actually intriquing. Actually, I have never considered this. ACTUALLY, I have used this wording to guide some that have come to me asking how to be saved. This was early on in my Christian life and I always explained the gospel message to them. I now begin always with Romans 10:9-10. The bible speaks volumes about the heart and clearly demonstrates the heart as the "place" where our true wickedness is found and manifested from. Matthew 5:28, 6:21, 12:34, etc. The bible also tells us that the Word of the Kingdom is sown in the heart (Matt. 13:19). Of course, we know from the parables teaching that this "sowing" is not in and of itself salvation, as the devil is able to snatch it away from some. It makes perfect sense that we would understand that it is the heart that must be filled, cleaned and changed. But simply mouthing the words "Jesus, come into my heart" like we have heard from many a pulpit and over many a radio wave, falls far short of being sufficient. Makes me wonder how many other unscriptural adages I may have still functioning within my vocabulary.????????? Something to consider when I pray. Thanks for the post, Jeff |
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312 | Is salvation an ongoing event | 1 Cor 1:23 | jlhetrick | 172181 | ||
Hello Bereaniam, Consider the verse in the context it is presented. Continue to read paying particular attention to vs 23 and 24. Here, Paul is pointing out how the truth of Christ is received. That is, to those who are perishing, it is foolishness. "Being saved" here refers to those who are called (vs 24). This verse taken in context, is focusing on God's power (see again vs 18). So, when Jesus said "it is finished" (John 19:30). What He meant was, It is finished. Along these lines, also consider Sanctification. This IS a thing of ongoing process. Sanctification- God setting the believer apart for Himself: positionally at salvation, progressively throughout life, and ultimately when the believer arrives in His presence in heaven (67). (from Basic Theology, Copyright © 1986, 1999 by Charles C. Ryrie.) Will wait together for the understanding of others. Hope this helps, Jeff |
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313 | Authority to Ask God for One's Needs | Phil 4:19 | jlhetrick | 172155 | ||
Hello Kalos, A thought provoking question. I'm not necessarily comfortable with the wording. "authority" and "freely" seem to suggest a tone of "Word of Faith". The bible gives good examples of the proper attitude of prayer as well as those where one's prayers may be answered with a NO. To begin with, as you know of course, all request should be with an attitude of understanding that God's will should (not to mention will) prevail over our own. Romans 1:9-10 (NASB95) 1:9 For God, whom I serve in my spirit in the preaching of the gospel of His Son, is my witness as to how unceasingly I make mention of you, 10 always in my prayers making request, if perhaps now at last by the will of God I may succeed in coming to you." Paul is very much aware here that his prayer may or may not be answered, "if perhaps now at last".. And of course, the most famous prayer spoken by our Lord as he taught the desciples made a point to stipulate... "Matthew 6:10 (NASB95) 6:10 'Your kingdom come. Your will be done, On earth as it is in heaven. What we want, and even what we think we need, will not always be in the will of God. Paul certainly learned to appreciate this. 2 Corinthians 12:7-9 (NASB95) 12:7 Because of the surpassing greatness of the revelations, for this reason, to keep me from exalting myself, there was given me a thorn in the flesh, a messenger of Satan to torment me—to keep me from exalting myself! 8 Concerning this I implored the Lord three times that it might leave me. 9 And He has said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness." Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me." Often people will quote a very famous verse James 1:6 and use it to argue that we can ask for anything and receive it if only we do not doubt. James 1:6 (NASB95) 1:6 But he must ask in faith without any doubting, for the one who doubts is like the surf of the sea, driven and tossed by the wind. But they fail to render it in context with Scripture as a whole. I will leave it at that for now and watch the replies of others. Thanks for helping us to think, Jeff |
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314 | People of God or angels | Gen 1:1 | jlhetrick | 172140 | ||
Hello Lionheart, Perhaps these references might help shed some light on this. "As kings, therefore, transact their most important affairs in a solemn council or assembly, so God is pleased to represent himself as having his council likewise; and as passing the decrees of his providence in an assembly of his holy angels. We have here, in the case of Job, the same grand assembly held, as was before in that of Ahab, 1 Kings 22:6-23; the same host of heaven, called here the sons of God, presenting themselves before Jehovah, as in the vision of Micaiah they are said to stand on his right hand and on his left."—Adam Clarke's Commentary "Job 1:6 - A day - A certain time appointed by God. The sons - The holy angels, so called, Job_38:7; Dan_3:25, Dan_3:28, because of their creation by God, for their resemblance of him in power, and dignity, and holiness, and for their filial affection and obedience, to him. Before - Before his throne, to receive his commands, and to give him an account of their negotiations." (John Wesley's Explanatory Notes) "Job 1:6 - sons of God This scene is in heaven. Compare (Job_2:1-7)." (Scofield Reference Notes) "Job_1:6-12. Satan, appearing before God, falsely accuses Job. sons of God — angels (Job_38:7; 1Ki_22:19). They present themselves to render account of their “ministry” in other parts of the universe (Heb_1:14)." (JFB Commentary) "Job 1:6 - Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord,.... This is generally understood of the angels, as in Job_38:7 who may be thought to be so called, because of their creation by the father of spirits, and their likeness to God in holiness, knowledge, and wisdom, and being affectionate and obedient to him; as also on account of the grace of election, and confirmation in" (John Gill's Exposition of the Entire Bible) I would like to ask for clarification if I may. You responded to Jamie with "Your scriptural support here is solid" would you please point me to the Scripture references that support Jamie's references to: "After Satan and those who fell with him were shut out of heaven, and he realized that he had forever lost all its purity and glory, he repented, and wished to be reinstated in heaven. He was willing to take his proper place, or any position that might be assigned him. But no; heaven must not be placed in jeopardy. All heaven might be marred should he be taken back; for sin originated with him, and the seeds of rebellion were within him. Both he and his followers wept, and implored to be taken back into the favor of God. But their sin--their hatred, their envy and jealousy--had been so great that God could not blot it out. It must remain to receive its final punishment." Thanks and God Bless, Jeff |
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315 | How Can be a satan in heaven? | Gen 1:1 | jlhetrick | 172127 | ||
Hello again softcom, Remember that Satan was created to serve God. He was an angel in Heaven and cast down after sin was found in him. Isa 14:12-15 12 How you have fallen from heaven, O morning star, son of the dawn! You have been cast down to the earth, you who once laid low the nations! 13 You said in your heart, "I will ascend to heaven; I will raise my throne above the stars of God; I will sit enthroned on the mount of assembly, on the utmost heights of the sacred mountain. 14 I will ascend above the tops of the clouds; I will make myself like the Most High." 15 But you are brought down to the grave, to the depths of the pit. NIV After he sinned against God, he was cast down. But he continues to have some acess to heaven. Job 1:6-7 (NASB95) 1:6 Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan also came among them. 7 The LORD said to Satan, "From where do you come?" Then Satan answered the LORD and said, "From roaming about on the earth and walking around on it." Remember, God created Satan (as He did all things). Satan was an angel in Heaven under God's control and authority. Satan sinned against God. God cast him down. Satan is still an angel. God still has complete control and authority over him. Job 1:6-12 is a great passage that illustrates Satan's total dependence on God. That is, he does not move without the permission of his creator. In this passage I understand Satan as coming before the Lord for a purpose. Notice that the "sons of God" (angels) are coming to "present" themselves before God, Satan is doing the same. God asks "from where do you come", not because he doesn't know, but because Satan is required to give account to God. The rest of the passage demonstrate how God uses Satan to further build on Job's faith, endurance, and character. Satan seems to think he is getting away with something, but he is not. He only is allowed to do exactly what God permits. This includes some access to Heaven. Hope this helps, Jeff |
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316 | can 2nd cousin date | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 172032 | ||
Hello cocwih, I will respond with another question. Why do you ask? A certain adage goes something like this. If you have to ask if it's sin, it probably is. Please don't take this as a YES it refers to and a NO they can't date and marry. But I will say, a 2nd cousin is definately a blood relative. To get you started, Jeff |
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317 | who is satan? | Gen 1:1 | jlhetrick | 171863 | ||
Hello again softcom, Excuse me, but I forgot to answer one of your questions. You asked "From where did he come? John 1:1-3 (NASB95) 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was in the beginning with God. 3 All things came into being through Him, and apart from Him nothing came into being that has come into being. The Word was and is Jesus Christ. Satan was created by God. God bless, Jeff |
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318 | who is satan? | Gen 1:1 | jlhetrick | 171862 | ||
Hello softcom, Welcome to the forum! Satan is someone much more than an angel who was cast out of Heaven for wanting to be like God. Actually, he was cast out after declaring that he WOULD BE like God (Isaiah 13:13-14) He is the one who deceives (Genesis 3: 1-7, 2Corinthians 11:14,) He has blinded the mind of unbelievers (2 Corinthians 4: 3-4). He is the tempter (Matthew 4:3) He is the one who accuses believers (Rev. 12:10), he is the adversary of believers (1 Peter 5:8). We could go on and on as the bible speaks a great deal about Satan, the Devil, the Father of Lies. But the most important thing we should know about him, is that he has been defeated by our Lord Jesus Christ (Genesis 3:15, John 19:30, Revelation 20:10) Hope this helps, Jeff |
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319 | NASB Macarthur Study Bible? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 171613 | ||
Hello again marathonman, I just checked "Christianbook.com" and they say the release date is June 19th. Jeff |
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320 | NASB Macarthur Study Bible? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 171612 | ||
Hello Marathonman, If you are referring to the new one in the NASB translation, it looks like June 20th (amazon.com) I remember seeing it listed somewhere else as being released June 8th. It may have been pushed back or something. Jeff |
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