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341 | Jesus Baptized | Mark 1:7 | jlhetrick | 168713 | ||
Hello again ngkh, BradK's answer is sufficient, and I thought I would add something from Matthew Henry's commentary on the verse BradK quoted. It is helpful in uderstanding the bigger picture. Matt 3:13-17 "I. How hardly John was persuaded to admit of it, v. 14, 15. It was an instance of Christ's great humility, that he would offer himself to be baptized of John; that he who knew no sin would submit to the baptism of repentance. Note, As soon as ever Christ began to preach, he preached humility, preached it by his example, preached it to all, especially the young ministers. Christ was designed for the highest honours, yet in his first step he thus abases himself. Note, Those who would rise high must begin low. Before honour is humility. It was a great piece of respect done to John, for Christ thus to come to him; and it was a return for the service he did him, in giving notice of his approach. Note, Those that honour God he will honour. Now here we have, (from Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole Bible: New Modern Edition, Electronic Database. Copyright © 1991 by Hendrickson Publishers, Inc.)" Christ provided the greatest example of true humility not only in being born a man, exposing Himself to temptation (though never having sinned), and the most important of all as far as mankind is concerned; dieing on the cross. As BradK pointed out, NO, Christ never sinned. His being baptized was not an acknowledgement of sin, or the need to "repent". Think of this. The penalty for sin is death (Romans 6:23). Jesus never sinned. He never had the wages of sin to pay for Himself. But He paid it anyway, on the cross, for you and me and all who will be saved. How awesome is that? He began His ministry preaching, teaching, and living humility. He finished His earthly ministry in total humility, bearing the sins of the world on the cross. He didn't have to do it. He chose to do it. He loved us so much that He was willing to do it. Again, how awesome is that? Jeff |
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342 | John 4:1-2 | Mark 1:7 | jlhetrick | 168651 | ||
Mark 1:7-8 7 And this was his message: "After me will come one more powerful than I, the thongs of whose sandals I am not worthy to stoop down and untie. 8 I baptize you with water, but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit." NIV The baptism of John and all others prior to the finished work of Christ was a biptism of repentance. The baptism by Jesus was still yet to come at the time of John 4. It would be, and now is, a baptism with the Holy Spirit. Acts 19:1-7 19:1 While Apollos was at Corinth, Paul took the road through the interior and arrived at Ephesus. There he found some disciples 2 and asked them, "Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?" They answered, "No, we have not even heard that there is a Holy Spirit." 3 So Paul asked, "Then what baptism did you receive?" "John's baptism ," they replied. 4 Paul said, "John's baptism was a baptism of repentance. He told the people to believe in the one coming after him, that is, in Jesus." 5 On hearing this, they were baptized into the name of the Lord Jesus. 6 When Paul placed his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied. NIV John's baptism was one of repentance, that is, ackknowledging one's condition of sin and need for salvation. It symbolized a desire and committment to turn from sin, but there was no power in it to save. The baptism "into the name of Jesus" could only happen after the Lord's work of atonement was complete. With this said, Jesus did not come into the world to condemn the world He came to save it. Luke 19:10 10 For the Son of Man came to seek and to save what was lost." NIV I hope this helps, Jeff |
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343 | Are Cain and Able the first children? | Gen 4:1 | jlhetrick | 168629 | ||
Hello bookworm: Worm around in the book of Genesis :) Gen 4:1-2 4:1 Adam lay with his wife Eve, and she became pregnant and gave birth to Cain. She said, "With the help of the LORD I have brought forth a man." 2 Later she gave birth to his brother Abel. NIV Jeff |
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344 | who told eve to tell the serpent , | Genesis | jlhetrick | 167424 | ||
Hello Browat, no one told her that. Eve expnded on the word of God like many continue to do. She left it open for the Devil to manipulate through her false "interpretation of God"s word. jeff |
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345 | the Spirit of Truth | John 7:17 | jlhetrick | 167358 | ||
Hello Sam, Welcome to the forum and to the family! There have been several good responses to your question. I just want to add to them by pointing something out. Debating the scriptures is not a bad thing if it is done responsibly in the spirit of love and with the goal of teaching and learning. It is often throuh debating the different understandings that we strive to dig deeper to gain better insight. But always remember. There is never, ever, more than one true interpretation of any scripture. The truth of scripture is what God said or what he inspired another to say or write down. The meaning is exactly what God meant. That truth and meaning might be applied in different ways to different circumstances, but the truth and meaning itself never changes. Don't be disturbed by not being able to get it all overnight. There are many on this forum who have been Christians and studying the word of God for many years. Not a one of us has it all. But believe that God will reveal His truth to you as you study and as you are prepared by Him to receive it. Hope this helps, Jeff |
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346 | Is a womans body a mans to do as he see | 1 Cor 7:4 | jlhetrick | 167345 | ||
Hello crector, I am going to be a "stickler" here. To clarify, the bible teaches that a man is to have no part, no access to a womans body generally speaking. The bible teaches that the only time a man is to have access to a woman's body is when she is his wife. You probably meant/assumed this but I wanted to point it out for other readers. With that said I would like to refer you to the following passage of scripture. 1Co 7:1 Now concerning the things whereof ye wrote unto me: It is good for a man not to touch a woman. 1Co 7:2 Nevertheless, to avoid fornication, let every man have his own wife, and let every woman have her own husband. 1Co 7:3 Let the husband render unto the wife due benevolence: and likewise also the wife unto the husband. 1Co 7:4 The wife hath not power of her own body, but the husband: and likewise also the husband hath not power of his own body, but the wife. 1Co 7:5 Defraud ye not one the other, except it be with consent for a time, that ye may give yourselves to fasting and prayer; and come together again, that Satan tempt you not for your incontinency. Notice in verse 3 above, that Paul addresses the man's responsibility to the wife first, but qualifies it "likewise" the woman's equal responsibility to the husband. Same with verse 4. He starts with the wifes responsibility but demonstrates the equal responsibility of the husband. Much has been taught and assumed about this passage and I personally have seen it so misconstrued (always by a man) as to teach a man's unscriptural authority over his wife. Actually, the passage is addressing the issue of immorality and defining the boundaries of sexual relations as being between a man and a woman as instituted by God. That is: within the marriage only, with respect and responsibility toward the other person, recognizing the "oneness" that was created of the two by God through marriage, and warning of the opening up to temptation if that responsibility is neglected. As you can see in verse 5 the responsibility to each other (husband and wife) is lesser only to the responsibility to God. Even then there is to be communication and an understanding made clear between the two. I hope this helps. You have not created a profile so I'm not sure if you are a man or a woman. If you are a man, I hope your question was not in hopes of getting support for an unbiblical authority over your wife. You won't find it here, and you certainly won't find it in the bible. Sincerely, Jeff |
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347 | what is the church of christ? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 167279 | ||
Hello mdub105 It depends which church of christ you are referring to. There are several denominations that use "church of christ". Some of them are legitamate denominations within Christianity, others are cults. If you are asking who or what is Christ's church, it is the designation given to believers. Every person who has believed in faith on the work of Christ (His death on the cross, resurrection, and ascension) makes up the church of which Christ is the head. Hope this helps, Jeff |
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348 | THE ELEVENTH COMMANDMENT | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 167090 | ||
Hello Ashbury, You have answered your own question. In love is how you should respond. As Hank pointed out, this is a situation that should be dealt with locally. You should deal individually with the other person. Do so in love and with a spirit of forgiveness. If that does not bring resolution, seek counsel from the leadership in your church. Remember that your responsibility to the other person is not determined by his response. Matt 18:21-22 21 Then came Peter and said to him, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? until seven times? 22 Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times; but, Until seventy times seven. ASV Ashbury. Read the parable that follows these verses and think about what the Lord is saying. Our sins against God, even a single one of them, is a much greater offense than anything this person can commit against you. We are thankful, as Christians, that God has forgiven us for all of our sins against Him, even those we have not committed yet. So who are you, and who am I, that we would hold the sin of a brother against him? Hope this helps, Jeff |
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349 | Salvation Eph: 30; 1:13,14 | 2 Tim 1:12 | jlhetrick | 165793 | ||
Hello Sara, Just asking for clarification on your question. You wrote: "Can you lose your Salvation if not what is Ephesians 4:30 and then Ephesians 1:13 and 14 talking about?" Did you mean to say: Can you lose your salvation and if SO what are the verses talking about? I ask because the verses you referenced support the position that salvation is something that can not be lost. Look at the language in Eph. 1: 13 and 14 "after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise" "Which is the earnest of our inheritance" "until the redemption of the purchased possession" "unto the praise of his glory." And 4:30 "Do not grieve the Holy Spirit," "by whom you were marked with a seal for the day of redemption" These verses suppport that the work that God has accomplished in the person of Jesus Christ, is permanent. They do not hint at the possibility of losing salvation (though other verses isolated out of context can be used to support the argument of a very fragile salvation earned by works). Anyway, Just wanted to know if you had a typo in your question. Jeff |
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350 | How can I better serve my man? | Ephesians | jlhetrick | 165202 | ||
Hello Believer, Welcome to the forum. Thank you for your question. You may get a lot of short answers here but be careful to evaluate every answer in light of scripture. You write: "it is said that a woman must respect her husband for him to love her" and "I also understand that I need to be submissive to him and come second." This is not what is written or taught in the bible. You are to respect your husband and submit to him because it is commanded by God. A proper response from him might be that he love you for it, but your motivation should first be to obey and honor God. Nowhere does the bible teach that you are to come "second" to your husband. When you were married God made the two of you "one". He is the "head" as taught in Ephesians chapter 5 and you are the helper (see Genesis and the creation of Adam and Eve. In other words, you both have roles to live out. He is to love you as Christ loved the church. Christ died for the church. He is as responsible for serving you as you are him. The issue of "headship" is often seen and discussed from a view point of authority. My opinion is that it is more appropriately viewed in light of responsibility. You might consider the word "submit" also, in light of what the bible is teaching regarding the wife's submission to the husband. I believe that if I were to continue at this point I might raise more questions than I might have time to provide answers to. You asked for reference material: Genesis chapter 1 (specifically starting at verse 27) Genesis chapter 3:1-20 Ephesians chapter 5 For starters. Read these passages and if you have access to bible commentaries they can be helpful. Finally, I would like to recommend you to Dr. Tony Evans' Web page. I have been listening to him and reading his material for years. I have learned to trust him as reliable and his teachings from scripture to be sound. Particularly he does a lot on the family and articulates what scripture teaches very well (in my opinion). http://www.tonyevans.org/ You can search his radio archieves for this recent December to listen to Dr. Evans' teaching in this area. I believe you are honoring God in that you are seeking what the bible teaches about your position as a wife and your desire to live that. Sincerely, Jeff |
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351 | was Jesus "the Word"? | John 1:1 | jlhetrick | 165069 | ||
Hello Daryll, Yes, Jesus was and is the Word. I'm assuming you are feferring to John 1:1 John 1:1-5 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God . 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of men. 5 The light shines in the darkness, but the darkness has not understood it. NIV "Through Him all things were made.." Col 1:15-16 15 He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16 For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him. NIV "In him was life, and that life was the light of men." John 14:6 6 Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life . NIV Hope this helps |
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352 | Is "come as you are" in the bible? | Ps 51:2 | jlhetrick | 164971 | ||
Hello mrt....,. Welcome to the forum. It is a great place to study and learn. Thanks for your question as well. rooted.. gave a good response. I just want to add a little to it that I hope will help. There has been a significant amount of discussion and even debate on this forum and other places involving particular use of language. I have been guilty myself of using "christianese". We grow up hearing a lot of things put in language that attempts to describe what we believe. The actual wording "come as you are" is not found in scripture to my knowledge. But the principle is definately there, as rooted pointed out. A way to look at this would be to ask, how are we to prepare ourselves to come to Christ? The answer is, we can't. There is nothing we can do to prepare ourselves to "come to Him". We have only one option, that is, to come as we are when He calls us. We don't prepare beforehand, reaching a point when we are ready. It is He who calls us 1 Cor. 1:9 Gal. 1:15 and many more It is He who enables us to hear the call and believe: Romans 10:17 Romans 12:3 Rom 3:23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; Rom 3:24 Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus: Rom 3:25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God; Rom 3:26 To declare, I say, at this time his righteousness: that he might be just, and the justifier of him which believeth in Jesus. Rom 3:27 Where is boasting then? It is excluded. By what law? of works? Nay: but by the law of faith. When He calls, we can only come, just as we are. The good news is that He changes us. Sincerely, Jeff |
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353 | Arguing the inspiration of the Bible | 2 Tim 3:16 | jlhetrick | 164875 | ||
Hello Haas.., Lionheart gave the best answer in my opinion. the scriptures themselves are the best evidence. For thought, consider the many different writers (I believe 44 is what's accepted) and the span of years over which the scriptures were written. Then consider the consistency, accuracy, harmony of the bible as a whole. Sincerely, Jeff |
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354 | How do you just let GOD? | Mark 9:24 | jlhetrick | 164809 | ||
Hello needinghim, Welcome to the forum. Don’t be discouraged by the advise that this forum is not for counseling. They are right, it is not. But if we are unable to apply it to the real life issues of brothers and sisters in need then our vigorous study is of little use. What we learn should be applied, in our own lives as well as to serve others. Some have redirected you to your local church leadership. They were right to do so. But we on the forum are also the church. If we are unable to respond to a brother in need, then our study is of little value. Feel free to continue participating in this forum, there are a lot of really good bible students and teachers (some have responded to you already) and much to be gained from participating. In the future, when you are in need of direction from God’s word, post in the form of a general question being sure to ask something like, “what does the bible say about this or that”. Many are more comfortable with this type of presentation. With that said I go out on a limb to make an assumption. I’m thinking that you, having been a youth pastor, already know the answer you are looking for. It’s probably been “creeping” up in your mind all along. It’s probably something you have taught and counseled one or more youth on before. Sometimes it’s not finding the answer that we need, but rather, being obedient to what we have already been given. Phi 1:6 Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ: With love, Jeff |
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355 | Matt 25:12 not know them?why | Luke 13:23 | jlhetrick | 164764 | ||
Hello peaceful dove, He did not know them after the door was closed because He did not know them while the door was open. See Luke 13: 23-27 for another illustration of this parable. The bible teaches us that there is a time when the offer of salvation will pass, that is, the Lord will return to set up His kingdom and the lost will be lost forever (see Revelation Chapter 20). The "door" will be closed and it will be to late. The bible teaches us that there are many who confess to be christians that are not and will not be saved. The "knowing" here refers to the personal relationship that Christ has with those He has saved. 2Ti 2:19 Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity. Not all who name His name do depart from iniquity. You might say that they are living, at times, the culture of christianity (going to church etc.) but they have not believe in faith in Christ as their savior. They do not serve Him, they do not obey Him. Luk 13:26 Then shall ye begin to say, We have eaten and drunk in thy presence, and thou hast taught in our streets. Luk 13:27 But he shall say, I tell you, I know you not whence ye are; depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity. It's no small point to be made that those He did not know "ate" and "drank" yet no mention of their having participated in serving. Yet they heard the truth as it was taught, they apparently took no part in it other than their own benefit. I hope this is helpful in getting you started to better understand the verse and it's context. sincerely, Jeff |
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356 | divorce and remarriage for chirstians | Matt 5:32 | jlhetrick | 164177 | ||
hello evangelistit, See Matthew 5:32. Deception isn't a reason for divorce. Nor is it a reason for one spouse to separate. Read what the bible says about marriage and the husband and wife becoming One. (With this said, I would always encourage any person to physically remove themselves and children from a dangerous situation-work out the details later) Read the entire passage in Matthew 5, I just gave the verse for reference. Also see 1Cor. 7:15. Again, this is the reference verse, study it in context with the rest of the passage as well as considering what the bible teaches regarding marriage and it's purpose. If this question refers to yourself, I highly recommend you go to your church pastor or elders. If it is for a friend, encourage him/her to do the same. While reading through these passages consider a couple of things. What Jesus said in Mat. is pretty straight forward. In our day most have such a low view of marriage, such disregard for it as an insitution created by God for a purpose, that many (even Christians) will use any reason at all to divorce. Jesus referred to it as hardened hearts. I point this out because the tendency for someone looking for a way out is to attempt to manipulate the bible in order to achieve their desired goal. Notice also that the wife in Mat. is the one having divorce forced on her, but for her to remarry still results in adultry (as I read and understand it). Fiannly, in 1st Cor. the person leaving (or abandoning) is described as an "unbeliever". This response was in no way intended to be an answer to your question, but offered as reference points and thoughts to help you answer the question for yourself. Divorce is a very serious matter and should be considered with the counsel of mature christian leadership in my opinion. Hope this helps, Jeff |
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357 | Jesus' birth | NT general Archive 1 | jlhetrick | 163992 | ||
Hello Seedling, Brother Tim gave a logical and possible answer to your question, informative too. Another thing to think about is that Luke may have simply left some of the history untold. This is a very real possibility. Consider the four gospels. They are the record of Jesus' birth, ministry, death, and resurrection (as you know) yet the details vary from each. An example would be what the gospels tell that Jesus said during His crucifixion. Mark said that Jesus said "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" John reports Jesus saying "it is finished" Which did He say? The answer is both. Why didn't both writers include it all? Who knows. One heard and the other didn't, one focused more on this over that? Who knows? Jeff |
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358 | Isaiah identify the servant by name | Is 49:3 | jlhetrick | 163963 | ||
Hello Humble, He does name the servant by name. Read carefully. The servant is Israel. Isa 49:3 Thou art my servant, O Israel, in whom I will be glorified. KJV Jeff |
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359 | How and when will Jesus return | Acts 1:11 | jlhetrick | 163898 | ||
Hello Donna, start here: Acts 1:11 Matthew 24:36 Sincerely, Jeff |
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360 | Continuous Adultery or not? | Matt 5:32 | jlhetrick | 163779 | ||
Hello dcj, You will likely get a number of responses. I want to start by asking you something. Were you or your current wife christians when you divorced? You said you both divorced on "unscriptural grounds", did you know that at the time? If so, did you look ahead to this day thinking, and possibly even discussing, that you would ask forgiveness? Are you now acting that out by seeking forgiveness? In other words, did you intentionally disobey God while saying to yourself, "He will forgive me anyway"? This would be a gross abuse of His mercy and grace. With all that in mind, you know the answer to each question, I have another question. Would another divorce make things right? I can answer one of your questions absolutely. You wrote: "My question is, according to Matt. 5:22 and 19:8, are we continually living in adultery as long as we are married and therefore, will be sent to hell, or has Christ forgiven us (we have asked for forgiveness)?" The answer is no, not if you are truly saved. There is no sin that disqualifies salvation. The bible says: Phi 1:6 Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ: Search the forum regarding salvation (e.g. loosing salvation) in the upper right and you will get a lot of teaching on this. By the way, welcome to the forum. I will wait with you for the response of others and give further feedback when time allows. P.S. You and your wife need to search your hearts and make sure that you both know the Lord. Believe in faith before you attempt to iron out all the details. There is always consequences to our choices. With love, Jeff |
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