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41 | A New Reformation? | Not Specified | New Creature | 95674 | ||
In the days of Martin Luther and other like men, a Reformation from the papist traditions was brought about. A Reformation was necessary in those days, which helped steer the church back to Bibical truth. I came across the following quote, which made me pause to dwell upon the direction the church has taken in our times. Consider the quote posted belowand then answer the ensuing question. “We must have A NEW REFORMATION. There must come a violent break with that irresponsible, amusement-mad, paganized pseudo-religion which passes today for the faith of Christ and which is being spread all over the world by unspiritual men employing unscriptural methods to achieve their ends.” Do you feel it's time for the church to go through another period of Reformation? What are your thoughts about this? New Creature |
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42 | the angels that sinned | Not Specified | New Creature | 96735 | ||
Look at the 2 following verses, then answer the questions below. 2 Pet. 2:4 For if God spared not the angels that sinned, but cast them down to hell, and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved unto judgment; Jude 1:6 And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgment of the great day Concerning angels the Bible says 1. they sinned 2. did not keep their first estate (position of authority in some in another version) 3. left their habitation (home in another version) 4. were cast down to hell 5. they are in chains awaiting judgement. My questions are; 1. What caused them to sin? 2. Where was this habitation mentioned? 3. Are they still in chains awaiting judgement? New Creature |
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43 | The origin of evil | Not Specified | New Creature | 102809 | ||
What is the origin of sin and evil? Recently I have read various thoughts and views about the origin of evil. In Norman Geislers book - Chosen But Free (Second Edition) pages 22-23 is the following text. "the power of moral free choice entails the ability either to choose the good God designed for us or to reject it. The latter is called evil. It is good to be free, but freedom makes evil possible. Free will is good in itself, but entailed in that good is the ability to choose the opposite of good, which then makes evil possible. If God made free creatures, and if it is good to be free, then the origin of evil is the misuse of freedom. This is not hard to understand. We all enjoy freedom to drive, but many abuse this freedom and drive recklessly. Yet we should not blame the government that gives us the license to drive for all the evil that we do with our cars. Those whose irresponsible driving kills others are responsible for what has happened. Remember: the government that gave us the permission to drive has also informed us to drive safely. Likewise, God is morally accountable for giving the good thing called free will, but He is not morally responsible for all the evil we do with our freedom. Solomon said it well: "This only have I found: God made mankind upright, but men have gone in search of many schemes" (Eccl. 7:29). In brief, God made the fact of freedom; we are responsible for the acts of freedom. The fact of freedom is good, even though some acts of of freedom are evil. God is the cause of the former, and we are the cause of the latter." Having read this do you agree or disagree with Geisler's view that the origin of evil can be attributed to created beings misusing their God given ability to choose good or evil? Why do you agree or disagree? New Creature |
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44 | "By the power vested in me" | Not Specified | New Creature | 104953 | ||
I was taught that marriage was instituted by God. If that is so, then why must the preacher add the following words to the marriage rites; "By the power vested in me by the state of ______________ (fill in the blank), I now pronounce you man and wife." If preachers need to be vested by the state with certain powers to officially sanction marriage, then isn't the state violating it's own principles of "separation of church and state", by interferring with religion? Here is what our Bill of Rights states: In the 1st Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, the wording is clear, that; "Congress, shall make no law respecting the establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof." It seems that government has become entangled in religion by violationg the establishment clause in this 1st Amendment, because they have said that the church and preachers need to be vested with power from the state to legally perform weddings. What think ye? New Creature |
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45 | Do tares represent hypocrites? | Not Specified | New Creature | 105222 | ||
Can anyone provide Biblical support that might give some weight for the notion that the "tares" in Matthew Chapter 13 represent hypocrites (counterfeit Christians)in the church? Shalom New Creature |
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46 | How many types of Christian's? | Not Specified | New Creature | 105903 | ||
How many different types of Christian's are there? I realize that there are those who profess to be Christian's but who actually are not what they profess to be. Many call these people false professor's or counterfeit Christian's. Below is a list that I have made. Look at the list, and please indicate by your reply whether or not you believe that it is possible to be labeled any of the following and still actually be an authentic Christian. (1) The Carnal Christian - see 1 Cor. 3 - also called "infants in Christ" and "worldly" (2) The Complacent Christian - self-satisfied and unconcerned (3)The Cultural Christian - They adapt to the character and behavior pattern of Christians around them. As the Christian culture around them is more or less holy, so these Christians are more or less holy. (4)The Compromising Christian - one who surrenders his principles (5)The Casual Christian - also could be called the occasional Christian, superficial, not serious. Shows little interest, nonchalant and irresponsible. Puts forth little or no effort (6) The Counterfeit Christian - a forgery, an imitation of what is genuine. Feigned, a false copy, hypocritical. One who acts or pretends to be something their not (7)The Closet Christian - I also call him the lone wolf. Has little or no fellowship with the flock. New Creature |
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47 | New church? | Not Specified | New Creature | 106946 | ||
My wife and I have always attended, and became members of the same church. Our involvement and service to the Lord was at the same church. However, I came to the point where I just didn't feel like I fit in at this church anymore, and it seemed as if all my previous joy in worship had left. When I first began attending this church, the worship format was traditional under the previous Pastor. A new Pastor came and shortly after the worship format changed from traditional to contemporary style. It was pretty mild at first, and then it began to become increasingly noisier. Lead guitar solo's and drum solo's were often included. I wanted to praise and worship Jesus, but felt unable to do so, in this setting. I then began attending our sister church 9 months ago, and believe God has led me there. My joy in worship service, and ability to give to God the worship due Him, has likewise returned. My wife however, still attends the old church, and likes it there. We are still both members of the old church, and I would like to become a member of the new church I now attend, but feel as though I cannot do so, unless my wife and I both attend together and worship together. Does this seem odd, unusual or problematic to any one in this forum? Grace to you New Creature |
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48 | 100 percent accurate interpretation | Not Specified | New Creature | 109668 | ||
Is their any person that has ever lived, (other than Jesus) who we could say has been 100 percent accurate in his or her interpretation of Scripture. | ||||||
49 | candidates for water baptism | Not Specified | New Creature | 109907 | ||
Should individuals who attend church be considered candidates for water baptism, even if they provide no testimony of faith? | ||||||
50 | seeking repentance | Not Specified | New Creature | 110099 | ||
My question is based on the following verse. Heb. 12:17 For ye know how that afterward, when he would have inherited the blessing, he was rejected: for he found no place of repentance, though he sought it carefully with tears. Question; If I am reading this verse in the proper context, it appears to me that Esau sought repentance, but could not find it. If that is the actual case then is it also possible for others to seek repenatnce without finding it? In what instance could this be possible? I am curious because in another verse I read where God commands all to repent. So does God command us to do something that may be an impossibility? Acts 17:30 And the times of this ignorance God winked at; but now commandeth all men every where to repent Please give me some scriptural context to base your opinion on Peace New Creature |
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51 | Worshiptainment | Not Specified | New Creature | 110100 | ||
Here is a quote I recently came across. Do you believe the author is justified in this statement? What are your thoughts? "Our churches no longer have the power of God to attract the people. They go down to Egypt, borrow its music, its dancing, it's entertainment, hoping for a crowd! No passion for souls - just crowds! Church growth at any cost! Look at the average church bulletin; it looks like a theater calendar. (Dave Wilkerson – Times Square Pulpit Series – The Great Apostasy – May 7, 1986) New Creature |
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52 | 'Reinvented' Gospel | Not Specified | New Creature | 110138 | ||
Here is a news item I came acroos today from Agape Press. I am interested in your comments concerning the article below. Do you agree, or disagree with the author's statements? Pastor Says Some Churches Seizing Christ's Lordship with 'Reinvented' Gospel By Jim Brown January 23, 2004 (AgapePress) - A well-known Christian author and pastor is concerned that a growing number of Evangelical ministers are watering down the gospel message in order to be "seeker sensitive." Dr. John MacArthur says many Evangelical pastors are presenting what he calls a "reinvented designer pop gospel" in hopes of making Christianity appear more attractive or culturally relevant. The pastor of Grace Community Church in San Valley, California, says those who preach in that fashion have a weak view of the authority and power of scripture. "I think it encompasses a weak view of the honor and the power of God and Christ," MacArthur says bluntly. "In other words, I think you're basically usurping the Lordship of Christ over His Church -- you're saying, 'I'm going to stand here and give a message that I think is better than the one that Christ gave.'" Such an attitude, he says, is "a frightening thing to think about." MacArthur believes it is becoming harder than ever to find an Evangelical church that is not compromising the gospel. He says small churches that remain true to God's Word and do not embrace a user-friendly gospel are often viewed today as "archaic" and "unsuccessful." "The huge crowds are drawn by lowering all the standards," he says, citing such apporaches as a "minimalist gospel," an entertainment mentality, and creation of a social environment that attracts people by promising them "the path to success" and better economic status. "You know ... 'You'll do better in your job, your career, your family, your marriage, etc.'" he says. "Those are the kinds of things that are sold on the 'felt need' counter." In his recently published book Hard to Believe, MacArthur contends that many professing Christians do not understand what it means to be a disciple of Christ because they are seeking an experience rather than a person. He also takes aim at the so-called "health-and-wealth" and "name-it-and-claim-it" gospels. Posted by New Creature |
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53 | I am not the one sinning? | Not Specified | New Creature | 110591 | ||
How should we view the attitude and opinion of another believer, who believes that whenever he sins, it is not really himself that is doing the sinning. And since he isn't the one doing the sinning, then he is not to blame, and cannot be held accountable? I had a conversation last night in the local coffee shop with a gentleman who used the Scripture below to support this belief Rom. 7:17 Now then it is no more I that do it, but sin that dwelleth in me. Rom. 7:20 Now if I do that I would not, it is no more I that do it, but sin that dwelleth in me. Blessings New Creature |
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54 | the way to Heaven through habitual sin? | Not Specified | New Creature | 110620 | ||
I had a conversation with a gentleman in the local coffe shop last night. I spoke about him in the previous question. see; ("I am not the one sinning") As we were talking about Scripture, he told me that if a Christian continues in habitual sin, then the Lord will take him home rather than let him remain on earth in a life of sin. He said the individual will lose rewards and his works will be burnt up. So my question is two fold. Would you have agreed with this individual? If not, how would you have reasoned to him from God's word? Using the logic that this person used, I can see some actually desiring to continue in a life of sin, since the Lord may possibly take him home sooner. I can't see where this teaching produces the life that pleases our Lord. It seems to me that this teaching might be labeled "antinomianism" What do you think? Awaiting your thoughts Blessings New Creature |
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55 | Money - the answer for everything? | Not Specified | New Creature | 115652 | ||
Since the Bible is to be used as the believer's guide-book for living, how should we view the following text of Scripture which apparently should not be used to guide believers in their daily walk? A feast is made for laughter and wine makes life merry, but money is the answer for everything. (Ecclesiastes 10:19 NIV) A a believer we know that money is not the answer to everything. So should this verse rather be understood as the thoughts of the unsaved rather than the saved? |
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56 | Matt. 12:5 cross reference? | Not Specified | New Creature | 118529 | ||
Where in the Old Testament can we find any corresponding reference to the following verse which would provide more information on this. Matt. 12:5 Or have ye not read in the law, how that on the sabbath days the priests in the temple profane the sabbath, and are blameless? |
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57 | Order of occurance | Not Specified | New Creature | 126345 | ||
Put the following events in order of occurance. Which one precedes the other. And which event comes first, second, etc. etc. Repentance Regeneration Salvation Faith Holy Spirit's convicting the sinner I put the above events in random order, not the order I personally believe they occur. New Creature |
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58 | The New Birth - A Survey | Not Specified | New Creature | 128857 | ||
I have been conducting an ongoing survey of willing participants in this forum. I would like to be able to wrap up my survey, but would appreciate your help. It would be helpful for me, if I could get as many responses as possible to the following question: In the event we Chrsitian's call "born again" which also has been called the new birth or regeneration, do you personally believe we are personally active or passive in bringing about our "new Birth?" All you have to do is answer; active or passive I do not desire to disagree with anyone, or argue about this with them. I just want to finish this survey and give you my findings. God Bless you all New Creature |
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59 | Who is Ezekiel 28:13-15 referring to? | Not Specified | New Creature | 137727 | ||
Who is this referring to? Ezek. 28:13 Thou hast been in Eden the garden of God; every precious stone was thy covering, the sardius, topaz, and the diamond, the beryl, the onyx, and the jasper, the sapphire, the emerald, and the carbuncle, and gold: the workmanship of thy tabrets and of thy pipes was prepared in thee in the day that thou wast created. Ezek. 28:14 Thou art the anointed cherub that covereth; and I have set thee so: thou wast upon the holy mountain of God; thou hast walked up and down in the midst of the stones of fire. Ezek. 28:15 Thou wast perfect in thy ways from the day that thou wast created, till iniquity was found in thee. |
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60 | Is God an accessory to evil? | Not Specified | New Creature | 142804 | ||
I am having a difficult time with Acts 4:27-28 Acts 4:27 For of a truth against thy holy child Jesus, whom thou hast anointed, both Herod, and Pontius Pilate, with the Gentiles, and the people of Israel, were gathered together, Acts 4:28 For to do whatsoever thy hand and thy counsel determined before to be done. In the above verses, I read where it was determined by God that Christ should die. So far I have no problem Where I am having a difficult time is trying to figure out whether it was determined by God which individuals would actually put Christ to death. The word determined is the Greek word (proorzio)which has also been translated to mean "predestinated" or "ordained" So if God predestinated or ordained that certain sinful men would carry out His plan, doesn't that seem to make God an accessory to evil, and the Author of it. I personally do not actually believe God is the Author of sin. But how can I explain this text without it making God appear to be an accessory to evil? Does any one have a reasonable answer? |
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