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Results from: Answers On or After: Thu 12/31/70 Author: TheCurtMan Ordered by Verse |
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41 | Is God's love unconditional ? | John 3:16 | TheCurtMan | 91535 | ||
Is God's love unconditional? YES IT IS. I think that John 3:16 is one of many verses that indicate this. According to John 3:16 what is the purpose of Jesus dying on the cross. I think that Salvation is conditional. It is for those who believe, but Jesus' death carried the sins of the entire world, both the saved and the unsaved. And He did this because He loves us unconditionally. Let me ask you this, how do you define Unconditional Love? What words would you use to discribe it?? |
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42 | Only intent | John 17:1 | TheCurtMan | 84569 | ||
If I'm understanding your question correctly, I'd have to say no, that was not Jesus' only intent. Jesus is the example that we are to follow, but this prayer of is about twenty six verses long. Around verse 1, He starts out praying for Himself. Around verse 6, He prayed for His disciples. Around verse 20, He prayed for all belivers. All things considered, I find it hard to believe that Jesus had only a single intent when he offered up the prayer recorded in John 17. Is there any particular reason why you're focused on this one verse out of this entire prayer?? |
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43 | Is it right to say Judas's heart was har | John 17:12 | TheCurtMan | 115865 | ||
Judas was responsible for his own action. God knew that he would choose to do what he did. But the decision was entirely up to Judas. It was his choice, he made the decision, he acted upon the decision that he made, he suffered the consequences of that decision. An awful lot can be said about 'A Free Will'. The CurtMan |
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44 | Does speaking in tongues come naturally? | Acts | TheCurtMan | 92272 | ||
Justme If I'm understanding your question correctly, I'd have to say speaking in tongues come naturally. That is according to the first twelve verses of Acts chp. 2, almost everyone started speaking in a tongue, or language that most of them probably never studied in their lives. They were all understanding one another. That's probably one of the reasons why the event was so amazing. If I'm understanding things correctly, tongues is a gift, not a talent. A gift is something that is given to you, like salvation. A talent is something you develop through practice, like singing and dancing. How would you feel if suddenly you could speak Greek or Hebrew, a language that you never studied a day in your life? Not only speak it, but speak it well? That is what I believe the gift of tongues is; the ability to suddenly speak in a language you've never practiced. I'm looking at your question, and I think what you're asking is COULD this person speak in tongues without being taught? The answer is YES, speaking in tongues is a gift given by the Holy Spirit, I Cor.12:1-3. The CurtMan |
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45 | Jesus' attitude towards the poor | Acts 4:32 | TheCurtMan | 85164 | ||
Jesus' attitude towards the poor was more or less along the lines of "Do unto others as you would have others to do unto you" Matt. 7:12. Upon a comparision of verses, Matt. 26:11; Mark 10:21; Luke 4:18; John 12:5; I Cor. 13; and Luke 14:13. I've come to the conclusion that the poor was/is normally discriminated against because of their Financial, Social, and Spiritual Statis. Treating one another fairly inspite of our Circumstances, inspit of our emotions is a Manditory Biblical Principle, Luke 6:31 In Acts 4:32-37, you'll see that no one in that particular body had a need, V.34-35. They all pulled together their resources and aided one another. This is what our Lord and Savior would expect of us. What was Jesus' attitude towards the poor?? He was not a respector of persons, He belived in equal treatment regardless of their circumstances, and so should His followers. The CurtMan |
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46 | Five words: see also 1 Cor 14:2 | Rom 8:16 | TheCurtMan | 114451 | ||
Ray, I've read this post at least four different times. I have some questions before I dare to answer. 1. What is it that you're asking. What are you seeking. 2. Why the lower case 's' in Spirit and Holy Spirit?? What am I missing Ray?? TheCurtMan |
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47 | Explain spiritual gifts ? ? | 1 Corinthians | TheCurtMan | 99491 | ||
Spiritual Gifts: I Corinthians 12:8, Wisdom: Knowledge: Faith: Healing: Miracles: Prophecy: Discernment: Tongues; and the Interpretation of Tongues Romans 12:6, Prophecy: Ministry: Teaching: and Exhortation I believe we are talking about a total of 12 Spiritual Gifts altogether. According to I Corinthians 12:4-11 The Holy Spirit distributes these gifts to the Children of God as He wills. I believe that every believer has a Spiritual Gift. Do you know what yours is?? These gifts are for the edifying of the body as a whole and not for the edifying of the individual. It is for the glorifying of God and not for the glorification of the individual. In the Corinthian Church, the usage of these gifts was causing problems. They were not being used properly and for the right reason. In chp. 14 for example the Gift of Tongues were not being done decently and in order. But notice what Paul believes the Greatest Gift is. I Corinthians 13:1-13. The CurtMan |
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48 | Denominations is shameful? | 1 Cor 3:4 | TheCurtMan | 92327 | ||
I mean no harm and disrespect, but would having the correct interpretation of this verse really be the solution that you're looking for?? Fact is, you did find a different church, and your spouse isn't too happy about that. And to answer your question, I'd have to say, 'NO' the original meaning of this verse isn't referring to denominational christianity. I truely pray that you will find what you're looking for. The CurtMan |
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49 | What do you like about the ... church? | 1 Cor 3:22 | TheCurtMan | 95762 | ||
What do you think is good and praiseworthy in say, the Roman Catholic Church? I work in a Catholic Hospital, and what I notice about the church is their dedication to Christ. Their strive to follow the teachings of loving and honoring one another. The Nuns go to the patient’s rooms and share Christ with them or share the patient’s burdens. They do what they can for the patients. They feed the hungry; clothe the clothless; and shelter the homeless. There’s morning and evening prayer everyday. And of all the surrounding hospitals within this city. I’ve noticed that the Catholic Hospitals are the only ones who haven’t laid employees off. James 1:21 says, “Be ye doers of the word and not hearers only….” Our Lord and Savior had much to say about how we are to treat one another. Matt 7:12 says, “In everything, therefore, treat people the same way you want them to treat you….” NASB. The CurtMan |
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50 | Thank the Catholics for "The Passion"? | 1 Cor 3:22 | TheCurtMan | 114594 | ||
Well needless to say, I am not a Catholic, nor have I seen the movie as of yet. Some prayer buddies and I plan on seeing the movie this weekend. Personally, I believe the movie is a tool that can be used by God. From all that I’ve heard of the movie, it is causing people to sit down and give serious consideration to biblical issues. Those who are unsaved are going to see this movie. Even if one or two become belivers because of this movie, don’t you think that it might be worthwhile no matter who put the movie out. Also, a number of Christians themselves really didn’t have a clue to all that Jesus went through the night before his crucifixion. I’m actually surprised at the number of Christians who actually believed that He was hung on a smooth piece of wood. His back would have been sore, bloodlied, and raw from the flogging He took. The Cross was not smooth, but rugged. In trying to push/pull Himself up to maintain His breathing would have been painful in itself, not to mention the splinters that probably went into His back for His efforts. From what I’ve heard of the movie, it gives some insight on the suffering He went through. Then the movie itself is causing some churches to get together and discuss it through Discussion Groups. There is a verse in the bible that I do not have the time to look up for accuratcy, but it says something to the effect that if it is good and honorable, meditate on it. Meditating on the suffering of Christ will help a number of Christians to continue to Walk in the Spirit. For by giving in to the flesh, are we as Christians not crucifying Christ all over again?? The CurtMan |
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51 | Was Paul single or married? | 1 Cor 7:8 | TheCurtMan | 91528 | ||
Paul was unmarried, that is for sure. As far as him being married at one time or another, The John MacArthur Study bible tends to point in that direction in the very next verse, I Cor 7:8. Could I also suggest that the possibility exsist that you could also be misunderstanding scripture?? If you're correct in Paul wishing that all men was to remain single, then what would be the purpose of the marriage; instituted by God before the fall of man. If what you're saying is right, then it appears that Paul has a problem with the way that God is running things. Could we both be wrong?? What do you think?? The CurtMan |
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52 | Threatens to leave if believer attends | 1 Cor 7:15 | TheCurtMan | 117164 | ||
I think it all depends on where ones priority lay. Are you going to forsake the relationship for God or God for the relationship? Normally the cases that I am aware of, of this type, the unbeliever always become jalousie of the relationship that the believer has with God. Rather it is going to church, reading the bible, mediating or praying. I think that if we do our part and put God first before everything and everyone else, maintain our relationship with Him, He'll honor that and work the problem out. Matt. 6:33-34 and Prov. 3:5-7. The CurtMan |
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53 | Can anyone speak in tonges | 1 Cor 13:1 | TheCurtMan | 116384 | ||
You seem to be somewhat familiar with 1 Cor. 14. Are you aware that tongues should be spoken in a particular manner?? Look at verses 27-28. When speaking in tongues, there should be no more than two to three people doing so, one at a time. And there should always be an Interpreter present. Now, lets take a look at your questions. Can anyone speak in tongues? The answer is “No”. According to 1 Cor. 12, starting at verse 4, you’ll see that there are a variety of gifts, Spiritual Gifts. The Spirit gives out these gifts as He sees fit. Speaking in Tongues is one of these gifts. So is the gift of Interpretation. The Spirit do not give everyone the same gift. Every child of God has a Spiritual Gift. Mine is Teaching, I do not have the Gift of Tongues. Only Children of God has Spiritual Gifts. Are you born with these gifts? I do not believe so. I personally believe that when you accept Jesus into your life, the Holy Spirit takes up residents within you. At that time you receive your gift. Speaking in Tongues is a gift of the Holy Spirit giving to Children of God. You are not born a Child of God. This is a decision that you make later on in your life. You might be predestine to be a Child of God, but until you accept Jesus into your life, you are not His. I’m The CurtMan. My add. is The CurtMan000@AOL.Com. Fell free to contact me if you have any questions. If I do not have the answer, I’ll find it!! |
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54 | excuses | Gal 5:17 | TheCurtMan | 114455 | ||
Excuses is something that man has been good at since the fall of man. Gal. 5:17 kinda gives the indication that the Christian, in the flesh, will oppose the work of the Holy Spirit and lead the believer toward sinful behavior. In v.16. we are told to walk in the Spirit. If we're walking in the Spirit, are we going to offer God any excuses about our Christian responcibilities?? According to Matt. 6:31-32, God is aware of our NEEDS, and He will provide for them. In v.33 it says "Seek ye FIRST, the Kingdom of God and His righteousness" In my book, the word first kinda toss whatever the excuse is out the window. My wife wanted me to go with her to our Church's 35th Anniversary. Today was the only day I'll have off for two weeks. Of course I wasn't going. My things-to-do list was overwhelming, plus I had deadlines to meet. Of course she reminded me of my Christian and Husbandly Responcibilities. Of course I suited up and went. The CurtMan |
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55 | excuses | Gal 5:17 | TheCurtMan | 114457 | ||
Excuses is something that man has been good at since the fall of man. Gal. 5:17 kinda gives the indication that the Christian, in the flesh, will oppose the work of the Holy Spirit and lead the believer toward sinful behavior. In v.16. we are told to walk in the Spirit. If we're walking in the Spirit, are we going to offer God any excuses about our Christian responcibilities?? According to Matt. 6:31-32, God is aware of our NEEDS, and He will provide for them. In v.33 it says "Seek ye FIRST, the Kingdom of God and His righteousness" In my book, the word first kinda toss whatever the excuse is out the window. My wife wanted me to go with her to our Church's 35th Anniversary. Today was the only day I'll have off for two weeks. Of course I wasn't going. My things-to-do list was overwhelming, plus I had deadlines to meet. Of course she reminded me of my Christian and Husbandly Responcibilities. Of course I suited up and went. The CurtMan |
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56 | Quench the Spirit until extinguish? | Gal 5:17 | TheCurtMan | 116251 | ||
Lorenzo, Greetings!! If I understand your question correctly, you’re asking if it’s possible to ‘quench the Spirit’ completely. I’d have to say that’s not even a possibility. Reason being that in Gal. 5:17, it is indicated that the flesh wareth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh. I once heard a pastor say that a Christian has two natures. A Spiritual Nature and a Fleshly Nature. These two natures are like two dogs warring against one another. Which one wins?? The one that we consistently feed. When we walk in the flesh, we are feeding the flesh; we are quenching the Spirit. However, according to Matt. 28:20, Jesus said that He would be with us always until the end of time. Could He make such a promise if it was possible to completely quench the Spirit?? I don’t think so. If that was a possibility than loosing ones’ salvation would also be a possibility. It is possible to ‘quench the Spirit’, even to ‘grieve the Spirit’, but it is not possible to ‘do away with the Spirit ‘ in it’s entirety if you are a true Christian. The CurtMan |
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57 | Quench the Spirit until extinguish? | Gal 5:17 | TheCurtMan | 116494 | ||
Lorenzo, I believe that my answer to you regarding your question may have been misleading. My apologies for pointing you in the wrong direction. The CurtMan |
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58 | What can we learn from Christ? | Gal 5:22 | TheCurtMan | 95836 | ||
Hello Hank, how have you been?? How about the seven Fruit of the Spirit?? Each peace of this one fruit is a christian characteristic trait that needs to be learned and devoloped within our lives. And the very fact that He's willing to help us to devolop it is praiseworthy within itself. Rather than to ask what is good and praiseworthy in the Lord, which in my book would be EVERYTHING, wouldn't an easier question be what isn't good and praiseworthy in the Lord?? The CurtMan |
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59 | Searching for the truth | Eph 6:11 | TheCurtMan | 115875 | ||
I believe that sins are commited directly when we as Christians, know the will of God and voilate them intentionally for whatever reason. A 'little white lie' to get out of trouble. Taking a few items from the job because they are much needed at the house. So forth and so on. Unintentional sins are when we unintentionally voilate God's law. Like my wife telling the bill collector that I'm not home. Not because he's a bill collector, but because she honestly didn't know that I was in the basement. One of the problems are that we as Christians are so surrounded by sin on a daily basis, and because of our nature, it just doesn't seem to bother alot of us as it should. Can that really be considered as standing our ground against the adversary?? |
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60 | Is "Once Saved Always Saved" scriptural | Phil 1:6 | TheCurtMan | 98833 | ||
Once Saved Always Saved is a much-discussed topic on this forum. On the left hand side of your screen towards the top, is a yellow box marked ‘Search’, click it. Make sure the ‘Answers to questions’ box is the only one checked. Then go to the bottom to ‘contain these Words’ and type in ‘Once Saved’, then hit ‘Search’ just up under that. Please allow yourself some reading time. Personally speaking, I believe that once a person is saved, that person is ALWAYS saved. I believe this because of Romans 8:1, “There is therefore no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” Romans 8:34-38, “who is the one who condemns? Christ Jesus is He who died, yes, rather who was raised, who is at the right hand of God, who also intercedes for us. 35. Who will separate us from the love of Christ? Will tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? 36. Just as it is written, ‘For Your sake we are being put to death all day long; we were considered as sheep to be slaughtered.’ 37. But in all these things we overwhelmingly conquer through Him who loved us. 38. For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, 39. Nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing, will be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” In short order, I believe this passage of scripture is saying that God has acquitted us, Jesus is our advocate and intercedes for our behalf; and there is absolutely nothing in Heaven or Hell, created or otherwise that can separate the Children of God from the love of God. So then how can we loose our salvation?? Then there is John 10:28-29, “and I give eternal life to them, and they will never perish; and no one will snatch them out of My hand. 29. “My Father, who has given them to Me, is greater than all; and no one is able to snatch them out of the Father’s hand.” If loosing our salvation is even remotely possible, there is a problem with this verse, because we will perish, and something was able to remove us from the Father’s hand. In reference to Hebrew 6:6, “and then have fallen away, it is impossible to renew them again to repentance…” You might want to try reading v.4-6. In this case it is strongly believed by many, myself included, that these people were never really saved in the first place. They were being directed by the Holy Spirit, who point people in the direction of Christ, but rather we accept salvation or reject it is our choice. They rejected it. Jesus said, “I Am the Bread of life” John 6:35; He said, “I Am the Light of the world” John 8:12; He said, “I Am the Door” John 10:7; He said, “I Am the Resurrection and the Life” John 11:25; and He also said, “I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. And the people in Hebrew 6:6 rejected everything He said, rejected everything the Holy Spirit showed them, and went back to life as they knew it. I do not believe that they were ever really saved in the first place. Which means they did not have Salvation to loose. The CurtMan |
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