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Results from: Answered Bible Questions, Answers, Unanswered Bible Questions, Notes Author: Parable Ordered by Verse |
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421 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 191903 | ||
From these verses, it seems preaching is about the gospel, Jesus and the resuurrection, while teaching or exhorting is about other parts of scripture. How is preaching different from teaching? |
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422 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 191908 | ||
Hi John, The instructions were: 1) ask a question, or 2) post a response containing scripture and nothing but scripture. If you will note, in each of my posts, I have asked a question, not attempted to answer one. The contraint to keep one's response limited to scripture applies to answering, not asking. (of course, now that I am answering your question, I have failed to observe rule 2, perhaps questions of clarification on the exercise itself should be exceptions, no?) I'm glad you asked about this, because I expected there to be a learning curve and a need to adjust as we work through the bugs. Peace, Parable |
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423 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 191909 | ||
Tweet....traveling! A thesaurus and dictionary are not scripture. Does scripture distinguish teaching from preaching? If so, how are they different and/or the same? |
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424 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 191933 | ||
To clarify: The point of the exercise is to let scripture speak for itself. I regret using the phrase "you got game", for it has been miscontrued that I think this forum is a game. For that I apologize. As for the thesaurus and dictionary, I agree they are useful for distinguishing shades of meaning, but the point here is not to split hairs, heirs or hares. Rather, its to understand why the bible authors chose to use one word, e.g. preach, in one place, and another word, e.g. teach, in another. We are called to divide the word rightly, 2Tim2:14-15 "Keep reminding them of these things. Warn them before God against quarreling about words; it is of no value, and only ruins those who listen. Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth." I hope you will reconsider, you are obviously sincere in your commitment to honoring God and who better to witness through the Word than those who love it. |
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425 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 191934 | ||
Your point is well taken, context is important. Yet, I submit the context in which I cite Luke 24:45 and James 1:5 is appropriate, that context being this forum. You say that to quote scripture out of context is pretext, which means "something serving to conceal plans; a fictitious reason that is concocted in order to conceal the real reason". Given this, what is the problem with introducing this thread with the idea that Jesus opened the minds of his disciples so they may understand scripture and that God will provide wisdom to those who ask? I note that there are other instances in scripture in which the truth of God's word is revealed by Him, not our own understanding. Sincerely, Parable |
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426 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 191935 | ||
I note that you have not provided scripture itself, but rather only citations that identify parts of scripture. Perhaps in the future, for the convenience of your readers, you might provide the actual texts. That scripture distinguishes the two words could have been easily demonstrated by providing the appropriate texts alone, such that your explanation would not be necessary. I look forward to your next post! |
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427 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 191936 | ||
As much as I respect and admire Tozer and Piper, both of whom I have read, their comments are not scripture. Can you instead idenfity the verses that may have inspired Tozer and Piper to say these things? That would be cool. |
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428 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 191942 | ||
I agree that many questions relate to the meaning of a particular verse of scripture, or perhaps a biblical principle. Yet also, there are many who ask a question without any idea what verses may relate. In either case, this exercise is for those who are interested in attempting to rely entirely upon scripture either to answer a question or shed light upon itself. I'm not suggesting that this method be adopted universally, but rather be viewed merely as one option for those who wish to consider it as a hermenuetical discipline. Clearly, as has been so eloquently pointed out, we must be mindful of the limitations of such an approach. Yet, it is the purpose of this exercise to flesh out what those limitations might be, as well as possibly discover its legitimate utility. As for how Jesus responded, I note that with the devil in the desert, during his tempation, he did not engage in any dialogue other than to rebuke the devil with specific counters directly from scripture.....no expositions, commentaries or dictionaries are reported. You hit the nail on the head when you said "...or we can do our best to follow the lead of our King and attempt to open up the Scriptures..." It is the words "do our best" and "attempt" that inspire this exercise...which I offer as an attempt to do exactly that. I look forward to your next post. My next question is: What constitutes a biblical worldview, as compared and contrasted with worldliness? Please respond with the text of whatever scripture you feel is appropriate along with any necessary for proper context. |
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429 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 191943 | ||
Thanks, Doc Would you be so kind as to respond with the texts of those verses so we can more conveniently appreciate your response? I note that "Reformed thinking" is a tradition of the church, not scripture, so its not a topic for this thread. As for Watson's assertion, how about "Though he slay me, yet will I hope in him; I will surely defend my ways to his face." -- Job 13:15 Parable |
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430 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 191946 | ||
now I'll show you how much you do know :) Worldliness is a concept from the biblical worldview. If you can cite scriptures that describe what it means to be worldly, that would be cool. Perhaps its a two part question.... |
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431 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 191963 | ||
"Do you bite your thumb at us, sir?" --Abraham to Sampson, Act 1, Scene 1 of Romeo and Juliet. Your point about the Reformation is not in dispute. However since then, there have sprung up new traditions, doctrines, denominations, etc. So, for this thread, and this thread alone, anything outside the body of work known as SCRIPTURE should be posted elsewhere. Providing the actual text is merely a courtesy for those who may wish to assimilate your post in one reading. As for citations, the system of chapter and verse were imposed upon scripture long after the canon was set. The original authors and original recipients of scripture would find our current system rather alien. Don't you wonder if compartmentalizing the Word in this way has changed how we perceive it, compared to how it was originally understood? As for the version I prefer, the NIV will suffice, thanks! |
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432 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 191965 | ||
Indeed you have! Excellent verses. Got any more? How about some on godliness? I expect Ecclesiastes might have some good ones that apply to worldliness as well. My time is limited now, so I'll have to get back to you on that. |
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433 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 191977 | ||
Excellent. My question: What is meant by "light" and "darkness"? Electromagnetic radiation, or the lack thereof, or something else? |
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434 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 191988 | ||
I am de-LIGHTED with your selections! Thank you for offering your thoughtful replies in the spirit in which they were solicited! |
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435 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 192027 | ||
Excellent, I say, excellent! | ||||||
436 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 192028 | ||
I like how your responses reflect a knowledge and love of scripture, rather than merely the results of a word search! This is what this forum is about! |
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437 | Scripture alone? | James 1:5 | Parable | 192029 | ||
What IS evil? | ||||||
438 | Are all sins equal in the eyes of God? | James 2:10 | Parable | 86768 | ||
I suggest the answer to your question lies in the nature of God's perfect holiness, a state in which sin of any kind cannot be present. James 2:10 says "For whoever keeps the whole law and yet stumbles at just one point is guilty of breaking all of it." This point is also emphasized in Romans 3:23 "...for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God..." However, we can rejoice in the fact that "...there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus..." -- Romans 8:1 While the practical worldly consequences of sins may vary according to circumstances, in God's eyes all sin is incompatible with His presence. Thus, we need Jesus to cleanse us of all our sin, so we can enter His Presence, so we may participate in the love He has planned for us. However, in Matthew 12:31-32, Jesus says "... every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven. Anyone who speaks a word against the Son of Man will be forgiven, but anyone who speaks against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven, either in this age or in the age to come." Many theologians understand this in the following way: if you cannot see or refuse to recognize the One who forgives, i.e. the Holy Spirit, then it is logically impossible for you to ask for and receive forgiveness from whom you have offended. That is, if you deny the authority of the Spirit, you cut yourself off from the realm of forgiveness itself. In this sense, I submit the worst sin is to convince yourself that the Holy Spirit is the devil, because this is the ultimate hardness of heart and at some point, God, according to his wisdom, will give you over to your decision. Parable |
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439 | another hypothetical, applied ethics | James 4:7 | Parable | 47778 | ||
Here's another hypothetical to spark your imagination. Yes, there are many reasons it is silly, but that's why its called a hypothetical: You are a paramedic. You find Satan lying on the ground, injured and bleeding. Without first aid, he will die. Let us also say that if Satan dies, the evil now present in the world would disappear. Your options are: do nothing, let him die render aid, save his life kill him, hasten the removal of evil What should you do? Explain. |
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440 | another hypothetical, applied ethics | James 4:7 | Parable | 47823 | ||
Yes, but perhaps this is for God to do, not us, because He alone is righteous. As I see it, my question relates more to the path of the paramedic than to the fate of Satan. I suggest the only option for a believer is to render aid without regard to consequences. This is consistent with Jesus' command to love our enemies, and Satan is THE Enemy. If we do nothing, we have not acted with love. In that case, we are no better than those who avoided the injured man in the story of the Good Samaritan. Also, if we let him die so present evil can be removed, I submit that present evil will be replaced with the evil that was done by us in letting him suffer and die. If we kill him, so much the more. |
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