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41 | Gift of Wisdom and gift of Knowledge? | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 203932 | ||
Hi Tamara: Knowledge: is the accumulation of facts or truths acquired by sight, hearing, or experience. Wisdom: is the common sense, or insightful use of such knowledge. No, they are not the same thing. Are they gifts? The Bible lists them as gifts. When something is given, then, by definition, it is a gift. Keep it simple my dear, Sister, it's not that complicated. :-) God bless John |
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42 | How do these accounts reconcile? | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 204180 | ||
Dear Tamara: Here is something from gotquestians.org Answer: The events surrounding Jesus’ resurrection can be difficult to piece together. We must remember two things: first, the news of Jesus’ resurrection produced much excitement in Jerusalem, and in the ensuing chaos many people were going many different directions. Groups were separated, and several different groups paid visits to the tomb, possibly more than once. Second, the writers of the Gospels did not attempt an exhaustive narrative; in other words, Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John had no intention of telling us every detail of the resurrection or every event in the order that it happened. In the battle with skeptics regarding Jesus' resurrection, Christians are in a "no-win" situation. If the resurrection accounts harmonize perfectly, skeptics will claim that the writers of the Gospels conspired together. If the resurrection accounts have some differences, skeptics will claim that the Gospels contradict each other and therefore cannot be trusted. It is our contention that the resurrection accounts can be harmonized and do not contradict each other. However, even if the resurrection accounts cannot be perfectly harmonized, that does not make them untrustworthy. By any reasonable evaluation, the resurrection accounts from the four Gospels are superbly consistent eyewitness testimonies. The central truths - that Jesus was resurrected from the dead and that the resurrected Jesus appeared to many people - are clearly taught in each of the four Gospels. The apparent inconsistencies are in "side issues." How many angels did they see in the tomb, one or two? (Perhaps one person only saw one angel, while the other person saw two angels.) To how many women did Jesus appear, and to whom did He appear first? (While each Gospel has a slightly different sequence to the appearances, none of them claims to be giving the precise chronological order.) So, while the resurrection accounts may seem to be inconsistent, it cannot be proven that the accounts are contradictory. See more at. http://www.gotquestions.org/resurrection-accounts.html Shalom and God bless John |
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43 | Why can't I speak in tongues yet ? | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 204265 | ||
Dear Joann: Doc has given you very good advice. If I may I'd just like to add that Scripture does not teach that everyone gets the same gifts. " Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit. And there are varieties of ministries, and the same Lord. There are varieties of effects, but the same God who works all things in all persons. But to each one is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good. For to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, and to another the word of knowledge according to the same Spirit; to another faith by the same Spirit, and to another gifts of healing by the one Spirit, and to another the effecting of miracles, and to another prophecy, and to another the distinguishing of spirits, to another various kinds of tongues, and to another the interpretation of tongues. But one and the same Spirit works all these things, distributing to each one individually just as He wills. 1Cor 12:4-11 You see, we don't get to chose who gets what, God does. And Scripture makes it clear that not everyone gets them all. Now you are Christ's body, and individually members of it. And God has appointed in the church, first apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, administrations, various kinds of tongues. All are not apostles, are they? All are not prophets, are they? All are not teachers, are they? All are not workers of miracles, are they? All do not have gifts of healings, do they? All do not speak with tongues, do they? All do not interpret, do they? 1 Cor 12:27-30 These question's are not expressly answered but (No) can certainly be implied as the answer to them all. I hope this helps you. Shalom and God bless John |
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44 | Why can't I speak in tongues yet ? | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 204267 | ||
Dear Joann: Just a word about pryer. God doesn't care so much about long flowery speeches, "When you pray, you are not to be like the hypocrites; for they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and on the street corners so that they may be seen by men. Truly I say to you, they have their reward in full. But you, when you pray, go into your inner room, close your door and pray to your Father who is in secret, and your Father who sees what is done in secret will reward you."Matt 6:5-6 What he desires is a contrite and penitent heart, and He knows your heart well my dear; so pray to Him, Just as you do, and don't worry about having so many words. He loves to hear from you, by the way. God bless John |
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45 | what does kingdom mean in the bible | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 204298 | ||
Hi mbsmith: Welcome to the forum! This is taken from, Easton's Bible Dictionary Kingdom Of God (Matthew 6:33; Mark 1:14, 15; Luke 4:43) "kingdom of Christ" (Matthew 13:41; 20:21) "kingdom of Christ and of God" (Ephesians 5:5) "kingdom of David" (Mark 11:10) "the kingdom" (Matthew 8:12; 13:19) "kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 3:2; 4:17; 13:41), all denote the same thing under different aspects, viz.: (1) Christ's mediatorial authority, or his rule on the earth; (2) the blessings and advantages of all kinds that flow from this rule; (3) the subjects of this kingdom taken collectively, or the Church. God bless John |
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46 | Four reasons Jesus was baptized? | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 204331 | ||
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47 | New paint | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 204700 | ||
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48 | Why did Jesus not want the evil spirits | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 204945 | ||
Hi SBG: Welcome to the forum! That is a good question, and one that Scripture doesn't give a clear answer. Of course their are some wags that will try to explain it, but speculation will not clear up the ambiguity of this part of Scripture. Here are some other verses that you can read contextually and see for your-self. Jesus tells others the same thing, followers, and Apostles, alike, and I've chewed on this a bit, as have many, many others, and I've never come across a clear explanation nor in MHO has anyone else. One of those, Dut 29:29 things. The secret things of God, belong to God. Matt 9:30, Matt 12:16, Mark 8:30, Luke 9:21 Shalom and God bless John |
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49 | Why did satan dispute over moses body | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 205301 | ||
Hi dscott: Welcome to the forum! Now that, is a very good question. I have no idea. and I don't think Scripture tells us. There is a great deal of speculation about this but SBF is a Scripture based bible study and we hold to the doctrine of Sola Scriptura which means that if something is not supported in Scripture we usually just poo poo it. Sorry for my crudeness, I mean no harm. maybe someone else will have an idea though. God bless John |
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50 | laying out fleece vs divining | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 205700 | ||
Hi believer: Good question, and I don't question your sincerity, but, let me ask you this question. How many dousers, or diviners, have you ever known, or heard of, that were ever given instructions by GOD and were running around with a stick, or looking into a crystal ball, trying to find out, and make sure, whether it was really GOD that was talking to them-?? Shalom John |
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51 | Christians Proselytizing in Prisons? | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 205814 | ||
Dear Tamara: That would depend entirely on the state law in which you desire to minister, though you may be considering federal prison, in any case, if you are "seriously" considering prison ministry, I'm sure, Mr. Google can help. Thank you for your question. Just an added note: This is a Bible study forum, Please Keep your questions Biblical. God bless John |
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52 | Please HelpUnderstanding Sola Scriptura? | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 205816 | ||
Dear Tamara: A tenet, is an opinion, or, a doctrine, or, a principle, that is held as being true, by an individual, or, especially, by an organization. If you need more understanding on this, please ask, and someone I am sure, will try help you. By the way, this is a Bible study forum, please try to keep your questions Biblical. Thank you your question. Shalom and God bless John |
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53 | Confirmation of Steve's warning! | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 205935 | ||
Hi Cheri: Yup, the feller jumped on me like a chicken on a June-bug, after I'd asked a foolish question about the Virgin Birth! Didn't take long though, to figure what he was up to. God bless John |
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54 | Was one of the Apostles boiled in oil? | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 206188 | ||
Hi MickysMom... Welcome to the forum! Some scholars believe that John was boiled in oil and survived, but we cant really say for sure, it's not mentioned in The Bible. You can go to this address though and do a search, by putting your question in the search box. http://www.ccel.org/search You'll see a lot of references to this event and others, though you may have to do some reading, to find what you are looking for, but I'm sure you can find plenty to ponder. God bless John |
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55 | APOLOGY ! ! ! ! | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 206197 | ||
Dear Imm... There is no need for you to apologize my friend, It was my fault for attacking you, and I am the one who should say I am sorry. I am sorry, Imm. I'd like to forget yesterday, bury the hatchet, and start over if that's ok with you? If we have sinned we have sinned against God, Imm, and we can rest assured, if we confess our sins, that He is faithful to forgive us. You are so right my friend, we are indeed still growing. I love the children's song that goes.... It only took a week to make the Sun and the Stars, the Earth and the Moon, and Mercury and Mars. But how loving and patient He must be, cause He's still working on me.... Thanks for your grace, Immanuelsown, I hope we can have a new start my friend. God bless John |
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56 | What is holines | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 206511 | ||
Hello Flow: Welcome to the forum! Here are what I think are two very good definitions. "Holiness: in the highest sense belongs to God (Isaiah 6:3; Revelation 15:4), and to Christians as consecrated to God's service, and in so far as they are conformed in all things to the will of God (Romans 6:19, 22; Ephesians 1:4; Titus 1:8; 1 Peter 1:15). Personal holiness is a work of gradual development. It is carried on under many hindrances, hence the frequent admonitions to watchfulness, prayer, and perseverance (1 Corinthians 1:30; 2 Corinthians 7:1; Ephesians 4:23, 24). (See SANCTIFICATION.)"--Easton's Bible Dictionary. "Holy: Moral and ethical wholeness or purification; freedom from moral evil. Holiness is one of the essential elements of God's nature required of His people. Holiness may also be rendered "sanctification" or "godliness" The word holy denotes that which is sanctified or set apart for divine service." --Nelson's Bible Dictionary. God bless John |
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57 | What is considered work on the Sabbath? | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 206703 | ||
Hi docandlinda: If I were you I wouldn't change a ting about how you spend your Saturdays! It sounds like you are doing just fine. And I hope you continue to enjoy your gardening, it sounds absolutely delightful! :-) --"There is no other Sabbath rest beside Jesus. He alone satisfies the requirements of the Law, and He alone provides the sacrifice that atones for sin. He is God’s plan for us to cease from the labor of our own works. We dare not reject this one and only Way of salvation (John 14:6). God’s reaction to those who choose to reject His plans is seen in Numbers 15. A man was found gathering sticks on the Sabbath day, in spite of God’s plain commandment to cease from all labor on the Sabbath. This transgression was a known and willful sin, done with unblushing boldness in broad daylight, in open defiance of the divine authority. “And Jehovah said to Moses, ‘The man shall surely be put to death’” (v. 35). So it will be to all who reject God’s provision for our Sabbath rest in Christ. “How shall we escape if we neglect so great a salvation” (Hebrews 2:3)."-- I highly recommend you going to this website and reading more about the Sabbath. http://www.gotquestions.org/Jesus-Sabbath.html Again, just put the word "Sabbath" in the search box, and you'll find a wealth of good biblically sound information. God bless John |
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58 | whjat does it mean man's free will | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 208078 | ||
Hello Jazzy: A warm welcome to the forum! The short answer is a resounding, Yes! Here is something that is much better said, from, http://www.gotquestions.org/free-will.html You can use that link to read more if you like, here is just a sample excerpt from that site. God bless John Question: "Do human beings truly have a free will?" Answer: If “free will” can mean that God gives humans the opportunity to make choices that genuinely affect their destiny, then, yes, human beings do have a free will. The world’s sin status is directly associated with choices made by Adam and Eve. All accounts of the fall of mankind indicate it was as the result of a wrong choice. From that point on, individuals have had the opportunity to choose to follow God or to experience the consequences for not making that choice. http://www.gotquestions.org/free-will.html |
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59 | ... | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 208642 | ||
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60 | Pray for our sister | Bible general Archive 4 | stjohn | 208678 | ||
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