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3521 | "ONCE SAVED ALWAYS SAVED"!!! | Matt 22:37 | BradK | 64420 | ||
Dear FTimA, In my previous post I was (unsuccessfully) attempting to give examples of how far we can go with scripture to develop a doctrine. Tim provided an excellent summary of what I was trying to say: Not all scripture teaches doctrine! Again, while Acts is scripture, I DO NOT believe the "formula" for salvation is found in it, i.e. 2:38. From your other posts I've seen that you identify yourself with the Church of Christ? If this is the case, I can understand where you're coming from. We would have differences on our views of what one must do to be saved. You believe that "baptism" is a requirement, and I would hold that it is not(Eph. 2:8-9). I trust that this adequately summarizes our dialog and differences. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3522 | "ONCE SAVED ALWAYS SAVED"!!! | Matt 22:37 | BradK | 64231 | ||
Tim Well said, brother! God Bless, BradK |
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3523 | "ONCE SAVED ALWAYS SAVED"!!! | Matt 22:37 | BradK | 64220 | ||
Hi FTimA, I think that 2 Tim. 3:16-17 is a great reference point. In understanding proper interpretation of scripture there are some general guidelines. We need to know 1) who's speaking;2) who's being spoken to and;3) what's being spoken about. Consider with Acts, if doctrinal practice is being taught, then we should follow it. The "doctrine" of salvation would be taught and practiced as in 2:38, etc. Could we not also expect to see the "doctrines" of healing, tongues, raising of the dead(Dorcas-chap.9),and being unharmed by poisonous snakes in effect and pacticed today?(and I realize there are good believers who would agree with some of these) If Acts is profitable for doctrine in this manner, would not Mark 16:16-18 (debatable though it is) also provide our "doctrine" as believers in the Body of Christ. Any thoughts on this? Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3524 | "ONCE SAVED ALWAYS SAVED"!!! | Matt 22:37 | BradK | 64215 | ||
FTimA, Brother, please don't hear what I'm not saying! I did not intend to convey that I reject Acts as an inspired writing! It is very much part of the WHOLE inspired word of God. What I said was that I do not view it as DOCTRINAL in its' focus. To repeat, I view its' primary intent as a historical bridge between The Epistles and the Gospels. This also is not intended to oversimplify its' significance. For time sake, the account by Luke picks up where the Gospels leave us(post-resurrection), the start of the Church, and Pauls' conversion and entrance onto the scene. The whole of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation is the inspired word of God. Hopefully this clarifies. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3525 | "ONCE SAVED ALWAYS SAVED"!!! | Matt 22:37 | BradK | 64200 | ||
FTimA, I concur that we "must look at Gods' word as a whole". I think where we may part in our understanding is the book of Acts. If we only look at this this book, it would be hard to conclude otherwise. I may be wrong, but I do not believe that Acts is a doctrinal book nor is it viewed as such by scholars. Its' focus is more historical and provides a transition between the Gospels and Epistles. This is not in any way to say that there is not truth or eternal principles contained in it. Given this, I would not and do not take specific doctrine, i.e. salvation from it. If it is "doctrinal", then what of the great Systematic Theology of Paul in Romans? With your view, do you not see a contadiction? I believe this accounts for our difference of interpretation and therefore application. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3526 | "ONCE SAVED ALWAYS SAVED"!!! | Matt 22:37 | BradK | 64193 | ||
Dear FTimA, While I agree that there is a line between Gods' sovereignty and our belief(for the sake of illustration), salvation is totally and completely a GIFT of God!(Eph.2:8,9;Tit.3:5) To state that baptism is required for salvation is to teach grace plus works! Baptism may in fact be a first step of obedience AFTER believing, but never a requisite. We are justified freely (without any cost) by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.(Rom.3:24) If baptism is necessary for salvation, then Christs' death on the Cross was NOT wholly efficacious. Speaking the truth in Love, BradK |
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3527 | "ONCE SAVED ALWAYS SAVED"!!! | Matt 22:37 | BradK | 64145 | ||
Dear FTimA, I appreciate your response and would like to repost some clarification. "I concur that Acts 4:32 details the sharing among the believers, leading into Chap. 5 which brings forth the fate of Ananias and Sapphira. However, to directly infer they were "believers" is left unknown. Scripture does not give us a definitive answer. We could assume, but..." Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3528 | "ONCE SAVED ALWAYS SAVED"!!! | Matt 22:37 | BradK | 64144 | ||
Dear FTimA, I would agree in general with the first part of your response. Thank God that "we are saved by grace through faith, not of ourselves, not of works lest any man should boast". (Eph. 2:8-9) I would question the statement that "if you stop living the way a Christian ought to live, do you still deserve the rewards?" If the answer were based upon MY efforts or merits, then clearly no. This is dealt with specifically in 1 Cor. 3:11-15. My friend, is not our "reward" salvation (Eternal Life) provided by and accomplished wholly by God.(2 Tim.4:8) Speaking the Truth in Love, Bradk |
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3529 | "ONCE SAVED ALWAYS SAVED"!!! | Matt 22:37 | BradK | 64143 | ||
Dear FTimA, Your point is well taken. Let me offer a couple brief observations to consider. 1. Is eternal life then temporal life, and on what basis are we saved?; 2. Phil.2:12 is dealing with the fact that believers are responsible for their Christian conduct and should be followed and thereby understood by verse 13.Verse 12 and 13 constitute one sentence. It would not be grammatically correct to interpret verse 12 apart from the context of verse 13. The last half of this sentence forces us to recognize that believers do not produce their own salvation; this is the exclusive work of God. The emphasis in the previous verse, the first part of this sentence, was on the responsibilty of believers, while the emphasis in this verse, the last part of the sentence, is entirely on what God does! God is the one working (Gr.energon)in you, and literally means "working in, producing in, and accomplishing in you". The present participle here means that God is the one continuously energizing in you. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3530 | Whose arm did god say would be broken? | Ps 37:17 | BradK | 63705 | ||
angelface, Ps.37:17 may be the reference you're looking for. It says "..the arms of the wicked will be broken". Hope this helps, BradK |
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3531 | Why is yoga bad, please back up with scr | Bible general Archive 1 | BradK | 63665 | ||
Dear Winfieldd, Without repeating what has been said by others, let me offer some additional wisdom from scripture. EdB already mentioned Phil. 4:8 which would be my initial reference. In Proverbs 22:17 it says,"Incline your ear and hear the words of the wise,And apply your MIND to My knowledge". Romans 12:2 says,"And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your MIND, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect". And finally, in 2 Cor 10:5 "...destroying speculations and every lofty thing raised up against the knowledge of God, and taking every THOUGHT captive to the obedience of Christ". Again, though there is no direct scriptural prohibition against Yoga I would caution that "we wrestle not against flesh and blood...against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places" (Eph.6:12). Satan is very real and can influence someone who opens their mind to his system. Because of that, we need to always be on guard. Hope this helps in some way. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3532 | Saved vs. Works (John 5:24 and 5:28-29) | John 5:24 | BradK | 63661 | ||
Brothers, Amen too! A final thought on this question is from 1 Cor. 1:30-31: "But by His doing you are in Christ Jesus, who became to us wisdom from God, and righteousness and sanctification, and redemption, so that,just as it is written,"Let Him Who Boasts, Boast In The Lord". Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3533 | Saved vs. Works (John 5:24 and 5:28-29) | John 5:24 | BradK | 63648 | ||
Hello Dabody7, I believe both Hank and Tim Moran have provided a solid scriptural basis in support of faith vs. works. The whole of scripture clearly speaks to the fact that we are saved on the basis of our faith, not works. (Tit.3:5) As an observation, I believe James focus is providing the practical outworking of our faith. His is not a doctrinal book as is Romans, so I see no contradiction given this distinction. Consider Hebrews 11, the wonderful treatise of our great cloud of witnesses! Verse 6 reads "without FAITH it is impossible to please Him" In verses 8 and 9 we have "By FAITH Abraham..." And finally in verse 17 "By FAITH Abraham,when he was tested, offered up Isaac..." Faith precedes works in all these examples. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3534 | Joe, baptism required for Lord's Supper? | 1 Cor 11:27 | BradK | 63152 | ||
Dear John Reformed, Possibly you could clarify the statement "We are always in need of forgiveness". From your view, how does this reconcile with the finality of Christs' once and for all sacrifice on the cross? (Rom.6:10-11, Heb.9:28, 10:12) Further, Eph.1:7 conditions our redemption and forgiveness as being "in Him" and "according to the riches of His grace..." I think we would agree that "...without the shedding of blood, there is no remission"(Heb.9:22) With Christs' death on the cross, "...it is finished"(Jn.19:30). The NT appears to present it as a once for all act in Eph.4:32, Col.2:13, 3:13(Past tense,completed action).. I've often pondered Col.2:13 where it's stated ..."having forgiven you ALL sins." This strikes me as a very significant truth. Do we fully comprehend it? I ask this in all sincerity. Do we just see it from different aspects, or am I missing something? Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3535 | Joe, baptism required for Lord's Supper? | 1 Cor 11:27 | BradK | 63093 | ||
Hi Searcher, I would generally concur with your view of the exegesis here. I don't believe 1 Cor. 11:27 is implying that we ourselves must be worthy (Gr. axioi). It really has to do more with the manner in which we partake of the cup and the bread. Worthy is the Lamb, not the sheep! Yours In Christ, BradK |
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3536 | Welcome To New Guidelines | Bible general Archive 1 | BradK | 62638 | ||
Hank, I too would like to thank you for your wise words of wisdom on this matter. I believe our overiding principle should be that found in James 3:5-12. We do need to watch our toungues for the sake of others. Allow me to share some insight on this subject that is on my heart. Hopefully, I'm not just preaching to the choir! As a business owner for the past 15 years, I've dealt with and continue to interact with a significant number of people on a daily basis. One of the timeless classics that has helped me in this area is How To Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie. Thought it is obviously a non-Biblical source, I believe he offers some sound advice when it comes to avoiding arguments: 1. Welcome the disagreement. 2. Distrust your first instinctive impression. 3. Control your temper. 4. Listen first. 5. Look for areas of agreement. 6. Be honest. 7. Promise to think over your opponents' ideas and study them carefully. 8. Thank your opponents sincerely for their interest. 9. Postpone action to give both sides time to think through the problem. As Proverbs 9:9 states, "Give instruction to a wise man and he will be still wiser,Teach a righteous man and he will increase in learning". Speaking the Truth In Love, BradK |
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3537 | CONDITIONAL ETERNAL SECURITY | 2 Pet 1:10 | BradK | 62588 | ||
Hello Pastor Glenn, Your observation is noted,and I would agree for the most part. Let me briefly elaborate. As I believe the issue is maturity, we could say that a "mature" Christian is one controlled by the Word of God. Their life is saturated by and submitted to Gods' Word. Maturity requires time for a believers life to be in complete obedience to God's Word. Maturity gained is not necessarily permanent. It can be lost, not salvation. The exhortation starting in Chap. 6:1, carries over the thought from 5:11-14. The writer is urging his readers to go on to maturity! I think the exhortation suggests that maturity is not a permanent state, it can be reversed. There seems to be an analogy from Heb.3:7-11,15 and 4:7 to Israel's experience at Kadesh-Barnea which is interesting. Their failure in 6:6 to continue on the path toward maturity could cause them to remain in a spiritual condition that God will not change. I see that this is what the writer is speaking of when he says,"to renew them again to repentance". Israel's refusal to go into the land did not cause them to lose their relationship with God, for God still referred to them as a redeemed people (Is.43:1); but, as a redeemed people, they lost the privileges and blessings they could have received by faith- believing God. Their refusal to go into the land was a refusal to go on to maturity. So it is in Hebrews 6. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3538 | CONDITIONAL ETERNAL SECURITY | 2 Pet 1:10 | BradK | 62551 | ||
Hi Teragram123, I wanted to offer comment on your note regarding Conditional Eternal Security. I am curious as to what prompted the note. As this is an area of disagreement between believers, I respond in love and in the context of Romans 14:1. I think it would be better to confine terminology to what is found in scripture as neither "Conditional" nor "Unconditional" salvation are. I hope this makes sense. We either have the spirit of the world or the Spirit of God (2 Cor. 2:12). As I see it, there are at least 4 points to consider: 1. We are saved solely on the basis of Gods' Grace and mercy through faith! (Eph.2:8,9, Tit.3:5); 2. God is faithful even when we are not (2 Tim.2:5); 3. Eternal Life is not "Temporal" Life. If we are "In Him", we have redemption through His blood,the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches OF HIS GRACE! (Eph.1:7); 4. God is NOT the author of confusion.(1 Cor.14:33). Our salvation is not based upon our performance, but rather on the sufficiency of Christ! As far as the passage in Hebrews 6, this is also a much debated, and misunderstood scripture. I believe the context is clearly dealing with the issue of maturity, not salvation. The Hebrew Christians are being admonished to press on to maturity , or perfection. Keep in mind that the Christian life is not about how close we can get to the edge, but rather how close can we get to the Savior. Our goal should be that of Phil. 3:10. Speaking the Truth In Love, BradK PS. It might be helpful to include some info about yourself on the user profile. I've noticed an absence of such by many new users :-) |
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3539 | Babylon the Great, the Mother of Harlots | Not Specified | BradK | 57110 | ||
Are there any studied views from our Forum members on Rev. 17:5 as to who "Babylon the Great, The Mother of Harlots" is? I would humbly seek your input. BradK |
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3540 | Babylon the Great, the Mother of Harlots | Genesis | BradK | 57115 | ||
Are there any studied views from our Forum members on Rev. 17:5 as to who "Babylon the Great, The Mother of Harlots" is? I would humbly seek your input. BradK |
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