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41 | Did you forgive the Tuesday terrorists? | Matt 6:14 | userdoe220 | 16289 | ||
1 John 2:1-2 2:1 My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have one who speaks to the Father in our defense-Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. 2 He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world. No comment is necessary...even my child fully understands this verse and he is 10 years old. |
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42 | Did you forgive the Tuesday terrorists? | Matt 6:14 | userdoe220 | 16300 | ||
1 John 2:1-2 2:1 My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have one who speaks to the Father in our defense-Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. 2 He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world. NIV |
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43 | Bill Mc, Are you twisting Scripture? | Matt 6:14 | userdoe220 | 16325 | ||
Do you mean to tell me that Jesus' teachings are not in effect for belivers today? The very term, Christian, implies that we are followers of the teachings of Christ! How can you, or any other person, say that Jesus' teachings do not apply to the N.T. believer? I only have one comment for post, "Please put away your darby handbook." |
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44 | how so? | Matt 6:14 | userdoe220 | 16326 | ||
Could you please explain how the concept of forgivness contradicts the teachings of scripture? I do think this series of posts is showing the discussion group the logical conclusion of calvanism--nothing really matters as long as you are "the elect/chosen" of God. |
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45 | Bill Mc, Are you twisting Scripture? | Matt 6:14 | userdoe220 | 16348 | ||
First, I disagree and feel that this passage in Luke does apply to believers today. What is Luke trying to tell his reader, Theopholus, about the teachings of Jesus? Luke is trying to emphasize one point in this passage: Life as a disciple of Jesus will not necessarily be easy. Being a disciple of Jesus will cost you and you need to sit down and determine weather it is worth it before you go down this road (boy did it ever. Luke wrote this book around 60-62 AD. In 64 AD the Christians were officially removed from the umbrella of Judaism and made to participate in Emperor worship. Christians refused and were martyred for their faith in droves.) What Jesus was emphasizing was being a disciple of Jesus would/will cost you! You will notice that this specific demand, to sell everything, was not given to everyone even in Jesus’ own ministry. There were many people Jesus interacted with (Nicodemus. The women at the Well. Centurian) during his lifetime and He never made this specific demand of them. This demand was made specifically to this group of people however; the principle of sacrifice applies to all of Jesus’ disciples. The Universal cost of discipleship is still the same—it does not come without a price. Just so happens that the demand for these individuals was monetary sacrifice. Others might be persecution to various degrees…Still other martyrdom. Following Christ usually comes at some cost (I am not saying salvation is earned. So don’t try to red herring). My cost was small considering others who had gone before me in the faith. That is the thrust of Jesus’ teach in this passage. And yes, the principle does apply to us as N.T. believers. Matthew simply records the historical progression of Jesus’ mission in the world. His first emphasis was to go to the Jews and then the Gentiles would be included later (sounds like an O.T. prophecy to me.). The great commission did not do away with Jesus’ mission, just expanded it to include other nations as well. Yes, we must use discernment when studying the scriptures. It is a shame when we are so “discerning” that we nullify the teachings of Jesus. I am considered a Christian because I follow the teachings of Christ. If you believe that Christ’s teachings don’t apply to us and Paul’s do, what do you consider yourself? A Paulian. |
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46 | how so? | Matt 6:14 | userdoe220 | 16349 | ||
God bless you, too. | ||||||
47 | Shouldn't we obey ALL God's Word? | Matt 6:14 | userdoe220 | 16352 | ||
Hebrews points out that this is a shadow of the perfect sacrifice, Jesus. The answer would be, no. I think this is what we call in speech class a "straw man" argument. Using extremes never brings about a good discussion. So, I ask for everyone in this discussion to be a little more realistic. You know that no Christian group teaches that, so lets try to bring our examples back to earth. Use a better example like worship on the sabbath. Not something way out in left field. |
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48 | Why the forgiveness strawman? | Matt 6:14 | userdoe220 | 16361 | ||
Matt 18:22-35 23Therefore the kingdom of heaven is like a certain king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. 24And when he had begun to settle accounts, one was brought to him who owed him ten thousand talents. 25But as he was not able to pay, his master commanded that he be sold, with his wife and children and all that he had, and that payment be made. 26The servant therefore fell down before him, saying, 'Master, have patience with me, and I will pay you all.' 27"Then the master of that servant was moved with compassion, released him, and forgave him the debt. 28But that servant went out and found one of his fellow servants who owed him a hundred denarii; and he laid hands on him and took him by the throat, saying, 'Pay me what you owe!' 29"So his fellow servant fell down at his feet and begged him, saying, 'Have patience with me, and I will pay you all.' 30"And he would not, but went and threw him into prison till he should pay the debt. 31So when his fellow servants saw what had been done, they were very grieved, and came and told their master all that had been done. 32Then his master, after he had called him, said to him, 'You wicked servant! I forgave you all that debt because you begged me. 33Should you not also have had compassion on your fellow servant, just as I had pity on you?' 34"And his master was angry, and delivered him to the torturers until he should pay all that was due to him. 35So My heavenly Father also will do to you if each of you, from his heart, does not forgive his brother his trespasses." "The parable of the unmerciful servant teaches that men who have experienced God's forgiveness are accountable to display forgiveness toward others. This is the standard of the kingdom of heaven (see comment on Matt 13:11)." Tyndale Commentary It seems we will be held accountable for not operating in forgivness. I don't think it means we are not saved and I don't believe that is what Steve is saying. What I am saying is we as believers will be held accountable if we choose not to forgive others who have wronged us. |
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49 | I do agree with most of your post, but.. | Matt 6:14 | userdoe220 | 16368 | ||
I also agree with a number of things you are saying in your post. I believe that without the aid of the Holy Spirit it is impossible to live up to His standards for our life. Also, because we are human beings we can never live up to God's standard. However, that still does not mean I cannot be called a Christian by my definition. Lets analyze your argument for a moment. 1.) A Christian is a follower of the teaching of Christ. 2.) You cannot fullfuill all the teachings of Christ Therefore, you cannot be called a Christian by your definition. Here is what I believe is the problem with your argument. Isn't one of the teachings of Christ an admission that we are not perfect? In fact, Jesus provides provission for this imperfection in the Lord's prayer. Matt 6:9-13 9In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. 10Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. 11Give us this day our daily bread. 12And forgive us our debts, As we forgive our debtors. 13And do not lead us into temptation, But deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. So, when we sin and ask God to forgive us, we are 'following the teachings of Christ'. No where does the term, Christian, as used in the N.T. and elsewhere imply perfection. It just means those who adhere/follow the teachings of Jesus Christ. Lets look at the Etymology of the term, Christian. Believers were called Christians First in Antioch. Why? Did the locals have some keen insight into caterpillars and butterflys and how that links to the born-again expereince? No. They were called Christians first because they followed the teachings of Christ (Acts 11:25-26). They noticed that they acted differently from others. "The word Christians occurs in the NT only here, in Acts 26:28, and in 1 Peter 4:16. The word is formed with the Latin suffix which designates "follower or partisan of" (cf. "Herodians" in Mark 3:6). There is no adequate reason to think that the term was used in derision. It simply means people who follow Christ." from The Wycliffe Bible Commentary.) christianos NT:5546, "Christian," a word formed after the Roman style, signifying an adherent of Jesus, was first applied to such by the Gentiles and is found in Acts 11:26; 26:28; 1 Peter 4:16. Vine's Expository Dictionary of Biblical Words How did they know they followed Christ? By their actions. It is the only logical thing that makes sense. I use the term, Christian, as an adverb--It modifies the persons actions--It does not mean perfection. I hope that clarifies how I use the term, Christian. |
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50 | Why the forgiveness strawman? | Matt 6:14 | userdoe220 | 16370 | ||
I guess we are on the same page on this one. I must have missed a post or two from Steve and maybe from you. Sorry. |
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51 | I do agree with most of your post, but.. | Matt 6:14 | userdoe220 | 16374 | ||
Well, on my previous post I hope I clarified that issue. I must have missed some posts somwhere and thought you felt that Christians don't have to forgive...So, we both got some good Bible study lessons and were really coming at the same truth from different angles: If a Christian chooses not to forgive, there will be consequences. It is not a salvation issue, but a rewards issue. | ||||||
52 | My question is still open, PLEASE help? | Matt 10:33 | userdoe220 | 15835 | ||
I would go to Kittel's Theological Dictionary of N.T. words. I have found on more than one occasion a Greek scholar disagree with Kittel and frankly I would defer to his referance work as the final authority on the tense of a greek word in a particular passage. I am like you...I don't speak Greek and only have 1 Greek class under my belt--which makes me almost literate :-) in this language. One general rule I do go by is this: If someone comes out with something that I have never heard before, I usually find a good reason why that is so. DTS is a great school, but like others they usually have a theological ax to grind. My neighbor is attending DTS and is almost ready to graduate and that comment comes from him more than me. |
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53 | Should this verse apply today? | Matt 15:4 | userdoe220 | 15848 | ||
Jesus was using two O.T. commands to show the religous leaders of his day how their own traditions violated the Law they held so dear. If you believe the Law no longer applies to the life of believers today, you have no problem with this particular passage. All you have to say is, "well, that was in the O.T. We are no longer under that system." If you, like I, beleive that that the Law has relevance for the believer today, you have to do a little more investigation into the passages. I do have a few quick observations to make concerning the passage in question: 1.) These commands were given to the nation of Israel whose government was not democratic/republic but was a theocracy (God-ruled). This passage applied to how a nation of Israel was to be governed (its legal code if you will)not how the current church should govern its believers. 2.) The principle of this law is still valid: We are to honor our parents. The pharisees violated even the basic principles of this scripture by letting children get away with not supporting their aging parents (They did not have welfare back then. THe only welfare system an aging parent had was his children). This is a quick response and I am sure you have something up your sleeve you are wanting to pull out. I look forward to hearing/reading it. |
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54 | If Law is quoted in NT, does it apply? | Matt 15:4 | userdoe220 | 15936 | ||
Depends on your theological bent. If you are a certain flavour of dispensationalist, Jesus was under the Law so a number of things he said does not even apply to us in the "Dispensation of Grace". If Paul or the epistles qoute the O.T. then you can say it applies to the life of the N.T. beleiver. If you are a reformist (Not all reformist think alike), the Law has application in the life of the believer. What the reformist must do is look for timeless principles that transcend culture and can be applied to God's people in all times. There is a very good book produced by the Point Counter Point series titled "5 Views of the law: How does the Law apply to a Christian(Not a complete title and frankly it is paraphrased somewhat. A good church at Christianbook.com will bring up this book). 5 authors from 5 different camps explain their position and attempt to refute the other authors explanation. The one thing this book taught me is, there is no easy, concise explanation. In enjoyed reading the book and immediatley was able to discard 2 of the five views presented. The one thing I liked about the book, was each camp spoke for themselves. It was not a dispensationalist writing a book on why reformed theology is bad. Hope this helps |
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55 | Will Judas be on one of the thrones? | Matt 19:28 | userdoe220 | 16609 | ||
You do not hear from many of the original 12 apostles in the Bible, yet no one would say they are not part of the 12. I don't think an argument from silence is good enough to remove Matthias from the ranks of the 12. I personally see no sciptural evidence to remove Matthias from the list of the 12. |
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56 | "Herodians" who were they? | Matt 22:16 | userdoe220 | 21438 | ||
I understand from reading Searcher56 and Nolans post what they believe about the Herodians. They have answered DavidB's question. After reading your post I still have no clue what you believe about the Herodians. All I can gather from your posts is that you value the book of Proverbs and enjoy using the Strong's concordance. I guess what I am saying is that your post does not answer DavidB's question at all. What are you trying to say in your post? Are you saying the Herodians were not supporters of Herod? You have implied in your post that searcher56 was wrong, threw out a number of passages from Proverbs (nothing wrong with that) but you are leaving the forum in the dark concerning your word study and the proper view of who the Herodians were. |
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57 | "Herodians" who were they? | Matt 22:16 | userdoe220 | 21521 | ||
All I wanted was a straight answer from you and not a riddle. You left me, and I am sure everyone else, wondering what you believe about the Herodians and why the other two authors are wrong. Sorry I offended you by asking you to provide further clarification. Trust me I will not offend you again in this way. | ||||||
58 | "Herodians" who were they? | Matt 22:16 | userdoe220 | 21531 | ||
"If you want to pick a fight..." No. I just want to pick your brain. I want you to answer the question, "who were the Herodians." "I came to this forum with hopes of sharing some light..." If you really came to this forum with hopes of sharing some light, than why won't you answer my question? I will restate it for you. "Who do you believe were the Herodians and how does your belief differ than searcher56 and Nolan? Please, shed some light on this issue. "what about UNITY and HARMONY?.." Well, truth divides...Ask Jesus. "When you people of arrogance who know it all..." Is it arrogance to ask you to answer a question about your beliefs? Is it arrogance to disagree with your position on a topic? I would say no to each question. It is arrogant to berate others for disagreeing with you when you won't even explain to us your beliefs. It is arrogant to tell someone they are wrong and not even share with them the truths you have learned--especially when they ask you for further clarification. "...I'm sorry you don't understand..." What don't "we" understand? How can we understand your position if you won't tell us in plain language what you believe and not in riddles? Since your railing, loveless attack on me, I have reviewed some of your past posts and realized that it is normal for you to never answer a question directly. When challenged, you always elevate yourself as the Beneficiary of some special secret knowledge that only you have and everyone else as spiritually blinded from the real truth hidden in the scriptures (Letters). That is arrogance. "And if any man think he is saved and another is not, then I caution you in love to reconsider your views" Didn't Jesus teach that the way to heaven would be the road less traveled? Didn't Jesus teach that he is the only way to the Father? Didn't Paul teach that there was only one name by which men can be saved? Tell me how I am missing the plain language of the gospel taught by the apostles and Jesus himself. "This is not only to you who has questioned me falsely" How is asking you to tell me your beliefs about who the Herodians were "questioning you falsely?" Are we not supposed to question the beliefs of others? Or would you prefer us to accept everything you say blindly? "…but to those who understand what is really going on.." Could you tell us in the forum what is really going on? Again, you are speaking in riddles and not explaining your beliefs. From reviewing your previous posts, I wonder if you really are a believer in Christ or are you just playing around on this forum trying to get a response from the members. |
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59 | "Herodians" who were they? | Matt 22:16 | userdoe220 | 21533 | ||
I agree. After I read his post in this thread--and after the railing attack--I went to Casiv's history to view his past posts. I still have no clue what he is talking about in this post and many others I read through. Talking in riddles and bragging about his superior revelation when challenged seems to be his norm when posting on this forum. You have me curious about praismaster, now. I plan on taking lunch and review some of His or her comments. :-) |
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60 | Origin of Rapture of the Church doctrine | Matt 24:3 | userdoe220 | 20823 | ||
I think the concept of the rapture is taught...caught away in love...but I believe the event is synonomous with the 2nd coming of Christ. | ||||||
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