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41 | abide | 1 John 2:3 | Vintage68 | 216914 | ||
Hi Asis you ask If I have this right then God is the one who placed me in Christ and if I remain or stay in Him (by choice) I should walk as He walked. According to the Gospels He walked uprightly following the LORD's commands all His commands. Neither turning to the right or the left. It seems to me that this is how we should walk to walk as He walked. Does that make any sense? Jesus tells them to walk in righteousness. That is only done by the keeping of the law, Jesus is the only person ever to have kept the law, thus fulfilling it. When we accept Jesus as our savior, we then walk in Jesus, His righteousness passes on to us. We stand in Jesus, we stand in the righteousness of Christ. That is for us, the keeping of the law. Jesus said the law shall not pass away. Matt. 5:16-20 16.) Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. 17.) Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil. 18.) For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled. 19.) Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven. 20.) For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven. In our keeping of what Jesus called the 1st. and the 2nd. commandments, we "WILL" keep the whole law. Mark 12:28-31 28.) And one of the scribes came, and having heard them reasoning together, and perceiving that he had answered them well, asked him, Which is the first commandment of all? 29.) And Jesus answered him, The first of all the commandments is, Hear, O Israel; The Lord our God is one Lord: 30.) And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength: this is the first commandment. 31.) And the second is like, namely this, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. There is none other commandment greater than these. This is just for clarification within the thread. When Jesus says in Mark 18:31.) And the (SECOND) is like, namely this, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. There is none other commandment greater than these. It is understood that this commandment is not spoken within the Tables of the 10 commandments. It is listed in the book of Leviticus under the heading of sundry laws. Leviticus 19:18 18.) Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I am the LORD. In conclusion, Jesus says, in the keeping of these 2 commandments, you will "NOT" break any of the other commandments, thereby fulfilling the law. In essence we are dead to the law, the law has no more hold on us, as long as we walk in the Spirit. Romans 8:4 4.) That the righteousness of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. Romans 8:2 For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death. 1 Corinthians 15:21 For since by man came death, by man came also the resurrection of the dead. 1 Corinthians 15:56 The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law. "Walking in the Spirit "IS" Abiding in Jesus", thereby walking as He walked Vintage68 |
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42 | In search of the truth | NT general | Vintage68 | 216900 | ||
Hi Doc. "All of those activities of the church specifically prescribed in Scripture are called a "means of grace." In other words, they are activities by which God has promised and decreed (by positive and sovereign institution) to channel His grace." This statement of yours, is it in truth, what all of the Religions (Christendom) believe? Are there scriptures for backing up these claims? Or is it in effect the doctrine of Reformed Theology? "Consequently, we cannot state that something "happens" when a believer is Baptized. Instead, it reflects something that has already "happened" spiritually in regeneration." Again you make a very sweeping statement, as though it is truth. Isn't this again, the interpretation of Reformed Theology? Where is it found in scripture, (baptism), "reflects something that has already "happened" spiritually in regeneration." If I am understanding you correctly, you have interchanged the word (regeneration) for the word (salvation) if I am correct in my assumption, where is this found in scripture, that they are in actuality the same event? "It is "to be unto the party baptized, a sign of his fellowship with Him [Christ], in His death and resurrection; of his being engrafted into Him; of remission of sins; and of giving up into God, through Jesus Christ, to live and walk in newness of life." If it is only a "sign" as you say, is it therefore only a symbolic gesture on the part of the believer, that nothing actually happens when baptism takes place? Is baptism merely a means by which the believer has fellowship with Christ, this fellowship being the symbolic identification with the death and resurrection of Christ? If believers really don't die to the flesh, how then does engrafting actually take place if baptism is only a sign (symbolic)? How is it possible for the believer to "live and walk in newness of life" if the whole baptismal experience is only a symbolic gesture? Vintage68 |
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43 | intercouse with wife | Prov 5:18 | Vintage68 | 216856 | ||
Hi Rajeeb According to the Christian, as well as the Jewish beliefs, as Doc has stated, "God created us to enjoy what is appropriately ours to enjoy." "The problem arises when we desire something that does not rightly belong to us." But according to your own Hindu writings, and beliefs, what do they say about the situation? By following what the Bible says, might come in conflict with the teachings of your own Religion. If you want to receive the full blessings that Jesus has provided for His followers, why don't you ask Him into your heart? That way you can really know the Father, because the Father (GOD), the Son (JESUS), the HOLY SPIRIT, are all the same in ONE. After doing that find a Christian Church near you. Vintage68 |
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44 | Rapture | 1 Thess 4:17 | Vintage68 | 216854 | ||
Hi Doc Then you have in your own inimitable fashion, answered in one fell swoop, all of the different beliefs about the rapture, when you say. "Nothing in Scripture ever means something other than what it meant when it was penned." Do you mean like this? Matt.24:34 Truly I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all these things take place. This truly of His then, really was a truly? Not a maybe these things will happen before this generation pass away. This verse should be kept within the context of the whole chapter though. Thanks for the clarification. Vintage68 |
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45 | Rapture | 1 Thess 4:17 | Vintage68 | 216849 | ||
Hi lionheart Sorry about that, the rt on the screen looked like a ( d ) through my crumby glasses;-( Vintage68 |
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46 | Rapture | 1 Thess 4:17 | Vintage68 | 216848 | ||
Hi Lionhead That isn't quite the context as to what that verse is saying is it? The aforetime mentioned, was aforetime to the one writing, referring to the "hope". While it is true we can have the same "hope", because we can read the same things they did. So which one is Thess. written to, them or us? If it's to them, what do we learn from it, in relation to the hope Rom.15. was speaking about? If it's to us, why did they need it? Vintage68 |
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47 | Rapture | 1 Thess 4:17 | Vintage68 | 216844 | ||
Hi CDBJ A few questions for clarification. Why would it have been necessary, and of the utmost importance for Paul, and Peter to have these things understood by the Thessalonians? Were they at the center of the universe, as far as the Christendom was concerned? My point is, why is it so important for "them" to know just how these things are going to take place, if it is "US" who these things will be happening to? Both Paul, and Peter "neglect" to tell the Thessalonians, that these things are not for them personally, but for us 2000 yrs. in the future. Wouldn't that be instilling fear in the hearts of men? But then on the other hand, Jesus Himself did say in. Matt.24:34 Verily I say unto you, (This generation) shall not pass, till all these things be fulfilled. brackets are mine If these things are for us then why wouldn't there have been a prophesy to us (the church) the same as Daniel was to the Jews. Vintage68 |
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48 | Rapture | 1 Thess 4:17 | Vintage68 | 216817 | ||
Hi John -- Thank you! Your question: "Implying that somethings need to be accomplished before the Rapture can happen. I cant say for sure of course and I don't believe for a moment that anyone else can either, but I don't believe there are. :-)" Your question, kind of drags it pack out on the field of speculation. It stands to reason, at least to me, if everything was accomplished, we would not be here:-) Everything Jesus needed to do is finished, as he said. But time is marching on until the time of the end. As you have said, we just don't know. I concur on your non - belief of the single event. Vintage68 |
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49 | Rapture | 1 Thess 4:17 | Vintage68 | 216814 | ||
HI CDBJ I reiterate. Matthew 24:36 But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only. With this now in mind, what makes you think, you will find in scripture where it says (when) he will return? Do you think there is scripture that tells us these things, so we can figure it all out before hand? If so, why do we have 3 different viewpoints? Wouldn't that be kind of counter productive for God to tell us that we wouldn't know, then give us all of the information so we could then know? Gods Elect will definitely know that the time is close, God will make sure when we should have the information, there won't be doubt, that is what we have now DOUBT. Where we are today, is no different than what has been happening for the last 2000 yrs. don't you think that people asked the same questions as the Spanish Inquisition was taking place? Aren't there a lot of events that need to be accomplished before the rapture? Are they happening? In answer to your question "When the Scripture says "the day or the hour" that is being relatively close don’t you think; how about the times and the seasons, that leaves us an approximation?" Matthew 24:42 Watch therefore: for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come. Acts 1:7 And he said unto them, It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power. First it says, (YE,YOU) know not the hour. That does mean us doesn't it? Then there is this. Matthew 24:40,41 Then shall two be in the field; the one shall be taken, and the other left. Two women shall be grinding at the mill; the one shall be taken, and the other left. One man, and one woman were saved weren't they, apparently they didn't know the hour. Then in Daniel it says. Daniel 2:21 And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding: Therefore, Can you depend on the (times) or the (seasons)? Vintage68 |
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50 | Should we dedicate older children to Him | 1 Sam 1:28 | Vintage68 | 216802 | ||
Hi Searcher56 As close as I can come in scripture, to the dedication of children to the Lord, would be. Samuel 1 Sam. 1:11-28, Samson Judges 13:1-25, John the Baptist 1 Luke 1:-80 These were all dedicated to the Lord, by their parents. In looking closely at these stories, they are VOWS taken by the parent for the child. Is that something that a parent of today is prepared for? All 3 women were barren, all 3 children were Nazarites. It also seems as though God innitiated the dedication in all 3 instances. Vintage68 |
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51 | Rapture | 1 Thess 4:17 | Vintage68 | 216801 | ||
Hi fcs375 Putting it as simply as possible, Jesus said. Matthew 24:36 But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only. With this now in mind, what makes you think, you will find in scripture where it says (when) he will return? Vintage68 |
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52 | Why do we delay baptism, not His Supper? | Bible general Archive 4 | Vintage68 | 216778 | ||
Hi Searcher56 Are you of the opinion that the Church in general delays baptism? The biggest reason I have seen personally, would be to have a big Baptismal Service, with a lot of people being Baptized, like on an Easter Sunday, it makes it special for the person being baptized. But the reason for these types of services taking place, usually about 6 mo. apart would probably be for the economic reason of the cost to fill the pool. Other than that, your guess is as good as min. Vintage68 |
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53 | Why do we delay baptism, not His Supper? | Bible general Archive 4 | Vintage68 | 216774 | ||
Hi justme Jesus Himself declares what the purpose of baptism is for. John 3:1-9 Nowhere within the recitation to Nicodemus, does Jesus mention either inclusion or exclusion within the body. The account of the communion of Christ, by Paul does not say anything about the inclusion, or the excluding of anyone on account of baptism. 1Cor. 11:17-34 but in the middle of these verses. Paul says in vs. 29 "For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body." It could be asked therefore, does someone that has not been baptized, have any reservations for not doing so? It might be advisable then, whenever having a communion service, to read these verses in 1 Cor. letting everyone decide, with particular emphasis placed upon verse 29 and the consequences. Vintage68 |
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54 | Obey your leaders ? | Acts 5:29 | Vintage68 | 216743 | ||
Hi grafted in Since the other day, having asked the question, I have come to the understanding that, it's not who is in the office, KING, PRESIDENT, DOG CATCHER. These categories cover the past, and the present. They also cover the highest, and what some might consider the lowest of offices. What it all comes down to, is the authority they have. We may not like the person in said office, we may not think the office is of any importance, but whatever this office might be, if this office has ANY Authority at all, then we should honor the office itself, by giving respect, and due benevolence to the person holding that office. The other part of the question, was about the leaders in the church. From what Rollf has said, and from further study, I have come to the same conclusion that the Heb 13:17 scripture Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you. These people have also been given authority, for the purpose of ruling, within the house of God, they "Must give account" for how they have watched over our souls. How far are we to allow any abuses go within the Church, before rebelling? Our only position then is to submit to the ruling power, whether to King, or to the rulers of the church. 1 pet.2:15 For so is the will of God, that with well doing ye may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men: Whether the person obtains the position by birth rite, as a king might, or an appointment by said king, or through election by the people. They have all been put into that position by God for His purpose. For all authority belongs to God, He gives it to whom he wills. They all fall into the category spoken of in Rom 13:1 Vintage68 |
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55 | man born without a father | Genesis | Vintage68 | 216729 | ||
Hi WORK IN PROGRESS From the sound of your three questions, I think you may fail your course;-( Vintage68 |
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56 | can a child be baptised | Bible general Archive 4 | Vintage68 | 216727 | ||
Hi morrison Why should it be such a big deal to those not practicing infant baptism, if an infant is baptized within the doctrinal guidelines of the church doing the baptism? I'm sure there are things, both denominations believe, when looked at closely, would not stand doctrinal muster with the other denomination. Nobody has it all, everybody thinks they do, but they don't, that's why we have so many different denominations to begin with. Baptism does not bring salvation, it is not a part of the salvation process. Baptism was performed in a close proximity to salvation, as depicted in the bible. These events have been outlined very well by Searcher, therefore I don't see the need to repost them now. Baptism, by the words of Jesus Himself, (John 3:1-9) are the opening of our eyes to see His Kingdom, and the opening of the door to us that we may enter His kingdom. The process, is our identifying with His death, and resurrection, becoming born again. But the lack of seeing or entering His kingdom, does not mean you have not received salvation. But in answer to your question. Sure a child can be baptized, as you have seen in the answers given, there is no clear cut consensus as to the validity of child baptism. Therefore we will all have to wait until were all in heaven to find out for sure, then there will be those that were right, and those that will have been wrong. But either way it isn't something that will hurt the child. Is there anybody that would categorically forbid the baptism to take place? I do not believe in infant baptism, but my in-laws' do, so to give them the peace of mind, they needed, I let my child be baptized in their Church. (Side note) In contract law neither a child (infant), nor a mentally incompetent adult, can enter into a contract. The person entering into a contract, needs to be able to understand the terms of the contract, as to what is expected of them, and what to expect from the other person in the contract. No (proxy) agreement can be made for either party. Vintage68 |
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57 | Obey your leaders ? | Acts 5:29 | Vintage68 | 216651 | ||
Hi GI: Yeah I guess your right I did think, your note was self-explanatory, but I wasn't asking for people, to give their personal views on the political scene we have today. That goes against the terms of use, that we all agreed to when we joined the forum. You raised the point of the Christians having kings and their appointed entourage. I was just asking you for the bible references. But you can forgo answering, I see that it bothers you. By the way did you read the original question at all? If so did I word it in such a way, that it was hard for you to understand, seems I have a way of doing that sorry, please forgive me:-( Vintage68 |
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58 | Obey your leaders ? | Acts 5:29 | Vintage68 | 216645 | ||
Hi grafted in: When you say "But we must remember that the early christians were kind of stuck with their kings and his appointed entourage." Where were these Christians, who were the Kings they were stuck with? Is there scripture? Aren't we stuck with our leaders in the same way? If they had really disagreed with the Kings, couldn't they have rebelled? Set up their own kingdom, or at least gone to some other kingdom? Vintage68 |
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59 | How do you know when GOD is talking to y | Bible general Archive 4 | Vintage68 | 216617 | ||
Hi Hood Rat The way you have phrased your question, it seems that you are asking, when God has spoken to me, how will I know it, As others have said, there isn't any definitive answer to specifically say this is the way God speaks, but a good way to start would be, for you to FILL your Heart with His word. Then there will be something there for the Holy Ghost to call back to your memory. God speaks in our minds, If it doesn't exist in your heart, then you have to rely on either reading those words, letting God speak to you that way, or by God using someone else to speak to you verbally. Vintage68 |
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60 | Obey your leaders ? | Bible general Archive 4 | Vintage68 | 216616 | ||
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