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41 | Praise to him!!! | Ps 134:2 | eklektos | 172901 | ||
Grace, Although the verse in Psalms has to do with the servants of the sanctuary, I see a two-fold blessing in the raising of hands unto our Lord. Jesus said not to restrict the little ones to come unto him, and so, because of their innocence. Thus I see a toddler coming up to his/her parent and raising their hands toward them without saying a word and immediately the parent reaches down and picks up the infant. The infant needs close affection at that time and the parent is more than willing to give it. That is how I also see it with the Lord. I raise my hands to Him because I know He is my provider and I trust and love Him; in turn, He lifts me up into His arms and comforts me. What more can words say; the lifting of hands toward our Father says more words than can be printed. Paul exhorts us to do this also in his letter to Timothy, 1Ti 2:8 (KJV) "I will therefore that men pray every where, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting." eklektos |
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42 | Where does the Lord put arms around you | Ps 134:2 | eklektos | 172907 | ||
Greetings Searcher, Undoubtedly, innocence, is a controversial word. Better, I had said humble as is stated in Mat. 18:4 talking about the child, "Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child ...". Humility seems to be a hard lesson for some grown-ups to attain. The child didn't humble himself, but the nature of the child is humble. They don't go off and plan how to rob a bank or want a new car every year or worry about not getting the raise they expected from their boss or go around and gossip about the neighbors. They run around the house with no clothes and think nothing about it. Their minds just aren't there yet. Their concerns are for the 'now' and everything is new to them and exciting. After five minutes they have forgotten that Billy hit them in the head with that toy. They harbor no hate. Haven't you seen that in their eyes? Human nature is human nature and not all things that we experience are in Scripture. Jesus ate fish, was it cooked? How many cups of water were added to the dough to make the bread? These things are not in Scripture. The child raising its hands is an analogy of a humbled person reaching up to the one that loves him and that the child knows that one. Reaching up to the Lord with our hands is also an acknowledgement that He is all in all (as a child sees its parents) and that our praise and adoration and love is to Him only. There doesn't seem to me that there is much to comprehend here. The act comes from love. You ask me, "Where does the Bible support ... That is how I also see it with the Lord. I raise my hands to Him because I know He is my provider and I trust and love Him; in turn, He lifts me up into His arms and comforts me." Answer: "Joh 14:23 Jesus answered and said unto him, If a man love me, he will keep my words: and my Father will love him, and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him." Answer: God is Spirit and we must worship Him in Spirit and Truth and He has sent us the Comforter. He IS my Comforter. Rom 8:16 "The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God:". In my worship I am comforted by His presence. This is no touchy feely thing. He promised, I will not leave you comfortless. He hasn't! I pray that all have experienced the presence of the Lord in their worship. It isn't one sided you know. I hope I have explained this for you. eklektos |
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43 | Where does the Lord put arms around you | Ps 134:2 | eklektos | 172920 | ||
Searcher, "they want something" Yes, sometimes this is true. At other times they are in need of something they cannot do for themselves and that is to be comforted. Daily life is not always black and white. When we humble ourselves and first come to Christ, we want something, Salvation. It is something we know we cannot do for ourselves. So, we humble ourselves and come to Him and ask Him for the gift He has to offer. And a gift is not a gift unless we take it. Paul exhorts us to remember, that though there are differences in personal strengths of faith we should forebear one another in their faith. Rom 14:1 Him that is weak in the faith receive ye, but not to doubtful disputations. Rom 14:2 For one believeth that he may eat all things: another, who is weak, eateth herbs. Rom 14:3 Let not him that eateth despise him that eateth not; and let not him which eateth not judge him that eateth: for God hath received him. Rom 14:4 Who art thou that judgest another man's servant? to his own master he standeth or falleth. Yea, he shall be holden up: for God is able to make him stand. Rom 14:5 One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every day alike. Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind. Rom 14:6 He that regardeth the day, regardeth it unto the Lord; and he that regardeth not the day, to the Lord he doth not regard it. He that eateth, eateth to the Lord, for he giveth God thanks; and he that eateth not, to the Lord he eateth not, and giveth God thanks. Rom 14:7 For none of us liveth to himself, and no man dieth to himself. Rom 14:8 For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord's. Jam 4:10 "Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up." And I will paraphrase this by saying, "Let us humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift us up." God will ALWAYS do what is right! eklektos |
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44 | Where does the Lord put arms around you | Ps 134:2 | eklektos | 172927 | ||
Hi Tim, The last line of your verse contains more imagery than all the words one can say about our Father. Though He is the Master of All Creation, and the Great Potentate with no equal, Most Omnipotent, with His Throne in the Heavens, He says: "and (I) bent down to feed them." We are children! Unmerited Grace. eklektos Uoo!, got goose bumps on that one! |
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45 | Where does the Lord put arms around you | Ps 134:2 | eklektos | 172948 | ||
Hi Steve, Well, 2 kids x 18 years each equals 36 years of child psychology. Both are gone and married now and I'm a Great Grand Dad. Unless the Lord has me change my name to Abraham, I think I'm done. I am retiring from the child business. I wouldn't have missed it for the world ... really! You know, they still stretch forth their hands for a hug. eklektos |
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46 | Where does the Lord put arms around you | Ps 134:2 | eklektos | 172951 | ||
Doc, Bless you! This head is not as hoary as in times past. And I'm still just an old softy. :-) eklektos |
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47 | Theological Terms | Prov 1:5 | eklektos | 173909 | ||
If the sinful man cannot respond to God's calling unless the Holy Spirit regenerates him then the opposite must also be true. A sinless man cannot sin unless he is un-generated by the Holy Spirit, namely Adam. For it must then also be true that Adam was unable to sin by himself. Therefore God made him sin, because Adam had no sinful nature in him until after the disobedience. eklektos I hope and pray that everyone knows that there are only two religions in the world, God's and Satan's. |
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48 | Theological Terms | Prov 1:5 | eklektos | 173910 | ||
A new creation? Exposition of the Gospel of John Christ and Nicodemus John 3:1-8 "The one who is born again now loves the things he once bated [sic], and he hates now the things he once loved; and, in consequence, his whole line of conduct is radically affected. But, nevertheless, it remains true that his old heart (which is "deceitful above all things and desperately wicked") remains in him, unchanged, to the end." A.W. Pink eklektos |
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49 | Theological Terms | Prov 1:5 | eklektos | 173918 | ||
Mark, Yes, that also. Actually, the quote is to express that, Pink, who is quoted here often, has some problems in his theology. Also, Eze 36:26 A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh. 2Co 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. eklektos |
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50 | Theological Terms | Prov 1:5 | eklektos | 173920 | ||
Doctrinograce, Not true. When comparing the moral state of man there are only two, sinless and sinful. Can you give me an example of each of the fourfold states of man with Scripture since you brought it up? (1) The State of Innocency (Pre-Fall) - sinless (2) The State of Bondage (Post-Fall) - sinful (3) The State of Grace (Regenerate Man) - sinless (4) The State of Glory (In the Presence of God) - sinless And, no we can't change the subject. The Scriptures are worthy for instruction. eklektos |
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51 | Biblical World View | Prov 29:25 | eklektos | 154366 | ||
Hello DocTrinsograce, That's an interesting article. First published on January 12, 2004. Did you read the related article also? 12-1-2003 in the Article, "A Biblical Worldview Has a Radical Effect on a Person's Life", by the same researcher. Barna goes on to say about adults of these denominations that have a biblical worldview are: 13 percent non-denominational 10 percent Pentecostal 8 percent Baptist The entire article can be read at www.barna.org It would be interesting to find out why the pastor percentages do not correspond to the people percentages. After reading some of his articles it sounds like he does a thorough sampling for the collection of data. He also has some impressive clients. Thanks for your posting. by Grace, eklektos |
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52 | what does scarlet mean? | Prov 31:21 | eklektos | 174889 | ||
Greetings Worshipbee, Pro 31:21 She is not afraid of the snow for her household: for all her household are clothed with scarlet. "The literal sense is, that if her household are clothed in scarlet in common; much more may it be thought that coarse and suitable garments would be provided for them, to protect them from the cold in winter." (John Gill's Exposition of the Entire Bible) Some commentaries use the words "double woven", for warmth, and since the preceding part of this verse has to do with the snow and cold weather, this also is sensible. And some say for ease of seeing a loved one from the white snow and the difference than the white clothing one would wear in the summer. Scarlet is also used to show a sign of wealth, and in context of these verses in Pro 31, we will stay with the wealth of the love that a woman has for her family. The subject is of her household and her care for them, so beyond the context any other use of the word is useless. Spiritually, the household could mirror the church and we are all covered by the scarlet blood of Christ. eklektos |
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53 | Singular vs. Plural? | Eccl 12:1 | eklektos | 174212 | ||
Hi Forum, Any technical thoughts on the usage of the singular; why the translators may have done so? Ecc 12:1 KJV , NASB, ASV uses "Creator", singular, vs. the plural "Creators" as in the Hebrew. Also, in Isa 54:5 "Maker" vs. the plural "Makers" as in the Hebrew. eklektos |
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54 | Singular vs. Plural? | Eccl 12:1 | eklektos | 174214 | ||
Hi Tim, Being known that the Creator is three in the singular and the Master is three in the singular; the plural usage could give way to wrong thinking and a tool for dissension. I had a thought that the translators may have done this to ward off any Polytheism arguments that may have risen. Thanks Tim, eklektos |
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55 | what are white, purple, and linen for | Is 1:18 | eklektos | 174891 | ||
Greetings Worshipbee, Scarlet, purple and linen: used as a symbol for majesty. Exo 26:1 Moreover thou shalt make the tabernacle with ten curtains of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet: with cherubims of cunning work shalt thou make them. Scarlet is used for wealth, warmth, sin and the Blood of Christ. Isa 1:18 Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool. Isa 1:19 If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land: Isa 1:20 But if ye refuse and rebel, ye shall be devoured with the sword: for the mouth of the LORD hath spoken it. White has always been used for a sign of purity: Rev 3:4 Thou hast a few names even in Sardis which have not defiled their garments; and they shall walk with me in white: for they are worthy. Rev 19:8 And to her was granted that she should be arrayed in fine linen, clean and white: for the fine linen is the righteousness of saints. Linen. Cloth made from flax. Several different Hebrew words are rendered linen, which may denote different fabrics of linen or different modes of manufacture. Egypt was the great centre of the linen trade. Some linen, made from the Egyptian byssus, a flax that grew on the banks of the Nile, was exceedingly soft and of dazzling whiteness. This linen has been sold for twice its weight in gold. Sir J.G. Wilkinson says of it, "The quality of the fine linen fully justifies all the praises of antiquity, and excites equal admiration at the present day, being to the touch comparable to silk, and not inferior in texture to our finest cambric." (Smith's Bible Dictionary by Dr. William Smith (1884)) eklektos |
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56 | A CLEAR UNDERSTANDING OF THE WORD BUY. | Is 55:1 | eklektos | 154922 | ||
Hello Fun, The "buy" is figurative or poetic in coming to the saving Grace of Jesus Christ. Where literally you cannot buy anything from heaven with money but you can buy (figuratively) eternity with your soul when we have given your all to the Lord and come to know His fullness upon your rebirth, presenting ourselves a living sacrifice (Rom 12:1). So in a certain way, by giving all that we have and giving every item that we hold dear for the blessing of Grace that only comes through Jesus Christ, one could say we "buy" salvation. (Those that have an ear let them hear). DO NOT take the "buying" as literally purchasing salvation through something we have done. Plus, salvation really is "without cost" as the text states, for we came into this world with nothing and whatever we do have has come from the Lord anyway, so truly salvation costs nothing. Buy the Lord with your spirit, buy the Lord with your soul and buy the Lord with your body. Compare: Mat 13:45 Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls: Mat 13:46 Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it. Compare: Mat 6:19 Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: Mat 6:20 But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal: Mat 6:21 For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. Jesus said, "I am the Bread of Heaven" also "I am the True Vine", come buy of Me, hunger and thirst no more. by Grace, eklektos |
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57 | Cause of anger in children? | Jer 17:9 | eklektos | 174401 | ||
Greetings Mandi, Welcome to the forum, glad you came by. This question must be pressing on you or you would not have come forward with it. The StudyBibleForum is dedicated on questions and answer concerning Scripture; book, chapter, verse, and topic, etc. Mandi, your question has more to do with psychology than with Scripture and therefore we must refer you to your Pastor for this type of counseling. He is given to be the Shepard of the flock and you can go to him with this type of question and he should be able to help you in this matter. The Internet is not a very good doctor. The StudyBibleForum is not formatted to receive this type of question nor able to give a definite answer due to the fact that we can not have a face to face conversation with all the participants. We do hope you understand and ask that you return with any Bible topic or verse question(s) you may be having problems with. Addendum: The Scriptures say by the mouths of two or three witnesses. I was just about to post a reply to you and saw that our fellow brother BradK has already posted a great response to your question. by Grace, eklektos |
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58 | What does "ask the liver" mean? | Ezekiel | eklektos | 172868 | ||
I believe you are referring to: Eze 21:21 (KJV)For the king of Babylon stood at the parting of the way, at the head of the two ways, to use divination: he made his arrows bright, he consulted with images, he looked in the liver. And CDBJ explained it rather well. eklektos |
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59 | where is a verse about rainbows | Amos 1:1 | eklektos | 174622 | ||
Greetings Teresa, About rainbows: (Gen 9:13) I do set my bow in the cloud, and it shall be for a token of a covenant between me and the earth. eklektos |
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60 | The Transfiguration of Christ | Matt 17:2 | eklektos | 174073 | ||
Hi Pat, When we read about this event in Luke 9:28-36, for Luke expands on the event and tells us that the three disciples were asleep, being tired. Then Luke states, "when they were awake, they saw" (v32). There is no induendo that this was a vision or a dream but an actual event. Just as angels have appeared to man on occasion: (Heb 13:2) "Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares." This was an actual, wide-awake, with the physical eyes event and not a vision. Peace to our house, eklektos |
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