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41 | What did Jesus write in the sand? | John 8:6 | Timothy Paul | 64935 | ||
welcome my young friend. The answer to your question is that it is impossible to know what it was that Jesus wrote upon the ground. Grotius (1583-1645) says, It was some grave weighty saying, and that it was usual for wise men, when they were very thoughtful concerning any thing, to do so. Some suppose he wrote, Let the names of these wicked men be written in the dust. Others this, The earth accuses the earth, but the judgment is mine. What I get, is that Christ was teaching us to be slow to answer when facing a difficult question. That we should take our time and consider our words carefully, thinking twice and speaking once. This is a very important lesson to learn in life, one that is not to be found written on the ground. "The hands of the witnesses shall be first upon him to put him to death, and afterward the hands of all the people. So thou shalt put the evil away from among you."(Deut. 17:7), might possibly be the connection to the Old Testament you were searching for? Peace and Blessings, Tim |
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42 | WHAT IS THE MARK OF THE BEAST | Rev 13:17 | Timothy Paul | 64756 | ||
It is probable that the mark, the name, and the number of the beast, may all signify the same thing, which is receiving the mark in their forehead, and that they oblige themselves to the enemy's authority, which means receiving the mark in their right hands. (This, I have paraphrased from Matthew Henry's Commentary) Jesus points us in the right direction as He explains in Matt24: 11-13 11)And many false prophets shall rise, and shall deceive many. 12) And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. 13)But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved. My advice is to not spend time wondering what the mark may look like, but spend sincere effort in avoiding having the mark affixed to your own flesh, and this can be done only, in my view, by trusting in Jesus as He promises to protect us |
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43 | 2 Cor. 12:1-6 | Num 33:55 | Timothy Paul | 64661 | ||
neal, a fine site for info of this nature is christian answers .net I retrieved the following for you from there: Thorn in the flesh ...(2 Cor. 12:7-10). Many interpretations have been given of this passage. (1.) Roman Catholic writers think that it denotes suggestions to impiety. (2.) Luther, Calvin, and other Reformers interpret the expression as denoting temptation to unbelief. (3.) Others suppose the expression refers to "a pain in the ear or head," epileptic fits, or, in general, to some severe physical infirmity, which was a hindrance to the apostle in his work (compare 1 Cor. 2:3; 2 Cor. 10:10; 11:30; Gal. 4:13, 14; 6:17). With a great amount of probability, it has been alleged that his malady was defect of sight, consequent on the dazzling light which shone around him at his conversion, acute opthalmia. This would account for the statements in Gal. 4:14; 2 Cor. 10:10; also Acts 23:5, and for his generally making use of the help of an amanuensis (compare Rom. 16:22, etc.). (4.) Another view which has been maintained is that this "thorn" consisted in an infirmity of temper, to which he occasionally gave way, and which interfered with his success (compare Acts 15:39; 23:2-5). If we consider the fact, "which the experience of God's saints in all ages has conclusively established, of the difficulty of subduing an infirmity of temper, as well as the pain, remorse, and humiliation such an infirmity is wont to cause to those who groan under it, we may be inclined to believe that not the least probable hypothesis concerning the 'thorn' or 'stake' in the flesh is that the loving heart of the apostle bewailed as his sorest trial the misfortune that, by impatience in word, he had often wounded those for whom he would willingly have given his life" (Lias's Second Cor., Introd.). I hope this helps you in this as well as many other Christian Questions. (o: Tim |
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44 | 2Sam 9:4 | 2 Sam 17:27 | Timothy Paul | 64658 | ||
Patience, Hi and welcome, here is what I could find on the city you asked about Lo-debar, a place that presumably was beyond the Jordan river. Lo-debar Meaning: no pasture a town in Gilead not far from Mahanaim (2 Sam. 17:27), north of the Jabbok (9:4, 5) It is probably identical with Debir (Josh. 13:26). |
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45 | How should i biblically choose my friend | James 4:4 | Timothy Paul | 63304 | ||
Dear swaynesworld, I have always heard that to find a friend we must be a friend. Here is a good site to find practical biblical principles for not only being a good friend, but also for making good friends: http://www.sermoncentral.com/keyword_search_results.asp God Bless You in your search, my friend, Tim |
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46 | How to give sermon on "I AM" Statements | John 9:5 | Timothy Paul | 63299 | ||
Dear Kate 3437 Jesus makes 7 'I Am' statements in the gospel of John. I could type them for you, or you are able to look up sermons on 'I am' statements in the entire Bible at, http://www.sermoncentral.com/keyword_search_results.asp God's blessings on your preparation, Tim |
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47 | Should the Bible be taken literlly? | Bible general Archive 1 | Timothy Paul | 61066 | ||
greetings hillbilly, my Ryrie Study Bible explains interpretation in the following way. Basically, the principal of interpretation is to interpret plainly. The word "literal is avoided because it creates hints, implications, or suggestions that may need to be corrected. Plain interpretation includes the following concepts (among others). To interpret plainly we must understand the meaning of the word taking into consideration the history and the society that was alive back then. Figures of speech are included, since they may help communicate more clearly, as long as what it says is plain. This means behind every figure of speech is a plain meaning, and that is what to look for. Always read the words or verses in context, at least the sentense before and after, if not entire paragraphs. Often this sheds light on the meaning. Beware of those who might say this is not necessary, because it is not only safe to do so, but it is sensible. Recognize that there is a process of revelation. Remember that the Bible was not handed down all at once as a complete book but that it was inspired by God through many different writers over thousands of years. As an example, pork was forbidden in the Old Testament, but it is allowed today. The Bible uses what is technically called phenominal language. This describes things as they appear to be, although they are not. Think of the sun rising or setting, neither of which actually happens. also the ends of the earth, which in that day was basically the Roman empire. These are suggestions only, towards basic concepts of interpretation, That is the way God intended His inspired Bible to be understood. To properly understand it, the illumination of the Holy Spirit must also be present. Christians have been promised this illumination, and it is obvious that the Spirit Itself is the teacher.(John 16:12-15;1Cor 2:9-3:2) Keep working at it and you will be blessed for your efforts, Peace, Tim |
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48 | We only get what we can handle? | 1 Cor 10:13 | Timothy Paul | 60621 | ||
Dear canham00, a verse like this is best read in context, as within the entire chapter, or at least the verse preceding and following. vs. 12 says,"So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don't fall!" Here is what my favorite commentator Matthew Henry) says about that verse, "He who thinks he stands is not likely to keep his footing, if he fears no fall, nor guards against it. God has not promised to keep us from falling, if we do not look to ourselves: his protection supposes our own care and caution." And the following two verses (vss 14,15)read, "Therefore, my dear friends, flee from idolatry. I speak to sensible people; judge for yourselves what I say." "Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Who hath ears to hear, let him hear." (Mat 13:43) Welcome to this forum, Peace and blessings, Tim |
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49 | the earth was without form, and void; | Gen 1:2 | Timothy Paul | 60516 | ||
Hi moji; first let me say that the earth as we may think of it did not come about until verse 10. The Creator could have made the earth perfect right off the bat, but by proceeding gradually we are more capable of understanding His methods of providence and grace. In other words, God started with chaos for our benefit. The universe began as a gaseous mixture of molecules and it was confusion and emptiness. If there was anything that could have been seen, there was no light to view it by, nor were there eyes to view it with. This is a extremely deep subject to elaborate on and I would love to go on, but, "give a man a fish and he will have a meal,teach a man how to fish and you feed him for life" I must tell you that I get a wealth of information from Matthew Henry's commentary -(printed around 1710)and you can read the source of the above wisdom by going to http://www.blueletterbible.org This is one of my favorite sites for study. Peace, Tim |
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50 | Does Jesus dispise manmade crosses? | Heb 12:2 | Timothy Paul | 60513 | ||
Good answer, Emmaus. My thoughts are that God does not hate inanimate objects, but the sin that is produced when the object is used for an unholy purpose. A cross is a tree, formed into a structure by man. Who is the despicable one here? |
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51 | Politics in NT times? | Eph 5:3 | Timothy Paul | 60490 | ||
Hello billk, No, I do not believe it is a lack of faith to show curiosity, but I do believe it is dangerous to speculate about questions such as this. For instance, you ask about powerplays, what would an answer to this imply? That they were selfish, or greedy? Or they were simply human and possessed many traits that are prevalent today? My feeling is that, when the Bible was divinely inspired to man (2Tim 3:16), that God gave us exactly what His infinite wisdom showed that we needed to know, no more, and no less. Peace, Tim |
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52 | follow-up | 1 John 3:4 | Timothy Paul | 60455 | ||
inheavenseyes, my belief is that sin is not only an offense against God, sin is a condition of being guilty of sin, which is the nature of our flesh. St. Paul sums this up in Romans chap 7, For we know that the law is spiritual: but I am carnal, sold under sin. (7:14) For the good that I would I do not: but the evil which I would not, that I do. (7:15) Now if I do that I would not, it is no more I that do it, but sin that dwelleth in me. (7:20) O wretched man that I am! who shall deliver me from the body of this death? (7:24) Peace, Tim |
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53 | what is the oldest form of religion? | Bible general Archive 1 | Timothy Paul | 60421 | ||
Dear bernard 21269, sorry I misposted my first response, apologies also to radioman2 here is another interesting viewpoint from Rabbi Richard Hirsch at: http://www.jewish.com/askarabbi/askarabbi/askr4447.htm Q: How can I know the true religion, there are so many!? A: Well, it depends on what you think religion is....traditionally, Judaism, Christianity and Islam have viewed religion as revealed by God. Many modern Jews, certainly in my denomination (Reconstructionist) believe all religions are human products of their communities, from their scripture to their rituals to their beliefs. From that point of view, religions are not so much "true" as "different." Since there are are and always will be many religions, as well as many versions of each religion, searching for the "true one" is probably impossible...Judaism has, by the way, always believed and taught that there IS "salvation" outside of Judaism for non-Jews. -Hope this helps- Rabbi Richard Hirsh Here is my view of the above choices, even all other choices, Native American, Buddism, et al, The one and only religion in which anyone sacrificed their own life to save the followers from sin is Christianity. I know of no other where the one being worshiped sacrificed anything for anyone. Peace, Tim |
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54 | suggest a meaning for the coals (10:2) | Ezek 10:2 | Timothy Paul | 60411 | ||
Welcome to the Forum njmichie (: I found the book (see above) that I believe pertains to your question, Praise God for providing us with this vast resource! Amen? for your question, I turned to Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset and David Brown Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible (1871) which says: coals of fire--the wrath of God about to burn the city, as His sword had previously slain its guilty inhabitants. This "fire," how different from the fire on the altar never going out ( Lev 6:12, 13 ), whereby, in type, peace was made with God! Compare Isa 33:12, 14 . It is therefore not taken from the altar of reconciliation, but from between the wheels of the cherubim, representing the providence of God, whereby, and not by chance, judgment is to fall." It may help to know that the title given (by J,F and B) for this particular chapter is: VISION OF COALS OF FIRE SCATTERED OVER THE CITY: REPETITION OF THE VISION OF THE CHERUBIM. If you would like more on this, please reply to this post. Peace and Blessings, Tim |
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55 | follow-up | 1 John 3:4 | Timothy Paul | 60406 | ||
Hi inheavenseyes, Yes, I guess I do feel that sin is based on behavior, but many times sinful thoughts will creep into my head and this is what is uncontrollable (at least for me). I believe we do sin in thought as well as deed. See Mat 5:28 "But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart." What we do have control over is whether these sinful thoughts will lead to sinful actions and, I admit, many times they have and most likely will again. Although not in reference to the above sin, but there are so many others, that I have been known to act hastily and commit a violation even before I am aware of it. This is why I do not think that the human brain, or willpower for that matter, is powerful enough to list every sin and be careful enough to never transgress another law again. Does this answer your question a little more clearly? May your hope and strength flourish, Tim |
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56 | Men of this generation | Luke 7:31 | Timothy Paul | 60307 | ||
Hi, St. Julien, according to Matthew Henry, this was said to draw attention to the "strange perverseness" of the men of that generation. This was due to excessive fault-finding on the part of the men against John and Christ and the prejudices that they conceived against them. So Christ (It was the LORD who was quoted here, not Luke)was saying, in not so many words, what can I think of that is absurd enough to compare to these foolish men? Christ felt that way after the men took what God was doing for their benefit and made jokes about His methods. Peace and Grace, Tim |
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57 | sin is the absence of right behavior? | 1 John 3:4 | Timothy Paul | 60283 | ||
Hi inheavenseyes, love your handle (o: It helps me if I put sin into two categories: there are sins of comission, (ones that we commit) and sins of omission, (when we fail to do our duty) Sin is simply disobeying God, as Adam and Eve painfully found out in the 3rd chapter of Genesis. Yet, sin also includes any unintended trespasses. (my definition of trespass is to step over the line) see Lev. 4:1-2,"AND THE Lord said to Moses, Say to the Israelites, If anyone shall sin through error or unwittingly in any of the things which the Lord has commanded not to be done, and shall do any one of them-- (AMP) So, even if it is unintentional, it is still sin. Sometimes we may sin and not even realize it until later. This is why God's laws are such an important gift. They are there to teach and guide us so we don't keep repeating the same sin. We must remember that sin is our nature and it is the universal separation of people from God. Romans 6:23 says For the wages which sin pays is death, but the [bountiful] free gift of God is eternal life through (in union with) Jesus Christ our Lord.(AMP) For God so loved the world , He gave His only Son... and He did this while we were yet sinners. Sorry, but my answer has to be No. There is no effort on our part capable of making us sinless. We must trust the truth that Jesus was sent to break through the barrier that separated us from God. When Jesus hung dying and said "It is finished" the curtain that separated the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place was torn in two, effectively removing the barrier between God and humanity. We still commit sin, but forgiveness is an ongoing process. Peace, Tim |
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58 | why blood for sin-offering? | Heb 9:22 | Timothy Paul | 59374 | ||
turtlesrcool; Let me share some insight that was related to me by no one special, just someone I respect. In the Old Testament a man was to be circumsized to enter into the covenant w/ God. This was the shedding of blood. (Thank you for Heb 9:22 above) When Jesus was killed on the cross, The Sinless died for the Sinful. He endured the most shameful execution, committing the Ultimate Sacrifice. There is nothing that is not covered under this sacrifice, the sacrifice to end all sacrifice. Nothing can ever be added to this sacrifice, since God paid the highest possible price when He gave His only Son. To attempt to add anything at all to this conclusion is to say that something was left undone, that Jesus' sacrifice was incomplete, that we are so good that the act is incomplete without our input. so now, in New Testament times, the circumcision of the male's foreskin is more a matter of personal hygiene than anything else. there is no more call for the shedding of blood. the circumcision that is called for today is the circumcision of the spirit, but that is a whole new topic w/ a new ID# peace and grace, tim |
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59 | Was David physiacally/spiritually vexed? | Ps 119:83 | Timothy Paul | 59067 | ||
In addition to our brother Makarios' splendid post, let me add some thoughts from my most favorite commentator, Matthew Henry (?- 1714). Also, to keep in harmony with Makarios, I suggest you substitute "the psalmist", as the author wherever David is given (supposed) credit: "David begs God would make haste to comfort him, 1. Because his affliction was great, and therefore he was an object of God’s pity: Lord, make haste to help me, for I have become like a bottle in the smoke, a leathern bottle, which, if it hung any while in the smoke, was not only blackened with soot, but dried, and parched, and shrivelled up. David was thus wasted by age, and sickness, and sorrow. See how affliction will mortify the strongest and stoutest of men! David had been of a ruddy countenance, as fresh as a rose; but now he is withered, his colour is gone, his cheeks are furrowed. Thus does man’s beauty consume under God’s rebukes, as a moth fretting a garment. A bottle, when it is thus wrinkled with smoke, is thrown by, and there is no more use of it. Who will put wine into such old bottles? Thus was David, in his low estate, looked upon as a despised broken vessel, and as a vessel in which there was no pleasure. Good men, when they are drooping and melancholy, sometimes think themselves more slighted than really they are. 2. Because, though his affliction was great, yet it had not driven him from his duty, and therefore he was within the reach of God’s promise: Yet do I not forget thy statutes. Whatever our outward condition is we must not cool in our affection to the word of God, nor let that slip out of our minds; no care, no grief, must crowd that out. As some drink and forget the law (Prov. 31:5), so others weep and forget the law; but we must in every condition, both prosperous and adverse, have the things of God in remembrance; and, if we be mindful of God’s statutes, we may pray and hope that he will be mindful of our sorrows, though for a time he seems to forget us." Matthew Henry. I hope this adds some assistance (o: Sincerely, Tim |
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60 | "Read and hear" or "read and understand" | Rev 1:3 | Timothy Paul | 57955 | ||
Good question, hp (: I must agree w/Steve Here is how I arrived at this conclusion, feel free to air your own points: The first two meanings of HEAR (vt), in Webster's New World College Dictionary are, 1, to perceive sounds through auditory stimulation, 2, to listen and consider, a,)to take notice of; pay attention b,) to listen to officially, also e,) to understand. so HEAR also means to understand, hence we are instructed to read as well as hear. Let me relate something I read in gradeschool, "To understand is to stand under, which is to look up to, which is a good way to understand." I do agree w/you as the latter translation being better (clearer) than the former, but to truly understand, we must take into consideration the age and culture in which God chose to hand these words down to us for our benefit. Thank Him for His illumination as you read His words (Psa. 119:105)and the wisdom that comes from above (James 3:17) shall be pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. May God Bless, Tim |
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