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461 | Biblical Love is not Worldly Love | 1 John 4:21 | humbledbyhisgrace | 160582 | ||
Wow Doc! There appears to be hundreds. Surly you can simplify this for everyone. After all, you said your post was apropos to discussion of respect, courtesy, and love on the forum lately. The simple "Search" takes me all the way back to 2001. |
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462 | Biblical Love is not Worldly Love | 1 John 4:21 | humbledbyhisgrace | 160579 | ||
Exactly what discussions would that be Doc? It would be interesting to compare this post to those you are referring to. I find it somewhat revealing and would like to compare it to the discussions you are referencing and see just how much more might be revealed. Thanks! Steve |
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463 | Using Love as Jesus | 2 Tim 2:15 | humbledbyhisgrace | 160568 | ||
Mark, there are few people on this forum I have truly gained respect for. Not just because of their intellectual knowledge of scripture, but mostly because they also exemplify a biblical knowledge, a real understanding of what the word of God is all about. They understand it and are trying to live it. At least what I see in their post. To me you are one of those people. There are those on this forum I pray for and in your case I think God for. Having said that, I have to say your post to Jeff is somewhat concerning and contradicting. I only point this out because of the double standards I see constantly applied on this forum and I hate to see you caught up in it. The very things you say to Jeff you are doing yourself. Some of the things you accuse Jeff of you ignore in others in the same thread. You say Jeff "passed judgment on an answer given, that was not given" to him. Are you not doing the same thing brother? How many times has this been done before on this forum and nothing said about it? Including this thread! You say "it would be more fairminded to not open that door?" Yet you open the door yourself and leave the others closed. Was it fair-minded for someone else to open a door as you say, ask a provocative question and you leave that door closed? What's up with that? Why was that not addressed if your going to address Jeff's? What are others to think when they see you question Jeff and you let others who's sole purpose was to provoke slide without question or redirection? Does someone have to state they felt disrespected before someone comes to their aid? If so then shouldn't this practice be applied to everyone on the forum? (Because it's not!) SEE THIS THREAD FOR EXAMPLE! You say "Please keep in mind that we are here to build up, and not to tear down." Can I be so bold as to ask, who are we to build up? Is it only a select few that we agree with or should we include those we disagree with? Steve |
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464 | Your thoughts on 40 Days of Purpose? | 2 Tim 4:2 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158732 | ||
Dear Hank, So well said brother! I second your motion and couldn't agree more. Back to the Bible! No point in looking anywhere else when you have God's truth in His word right at your finger tips. I just wanted to add my Amen to your post. Some times someone will make a post that to me really makes a statement and yours just did! God bless you brother Hank and may all our brothers and sisters in Christ do just what you said, get back to the word of God and leave the rest of the world where it is. |
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465 | ... | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158506 | ||
Romans 10:9 It's not my agenda. I’m simply a follower of the Christ. My Saviour and your only hope for salvation. Ironic how your own words reveal who you are and what you’re about. This is but one example as all your post speak for themselves, but thanks again for making it easy for all to see your motives. You say “This verse doesnt answer the question. You have your own agenda, I see.” Humm… my own agenda … as in “also” and it conflicts with yours. Interesting! But I understand you well. The truth is hard for you to accept and you need to be able to feel good about where you are at in life. You’re struggling with this because deep down inside you know you’re wrong but unwilling to change. So for you and others like you, there is a need to convince others to see things your way so you can be at peace with it. Problem is, there is no peace and you will never find that peace until you understand Romans 10:9 and accept it. If you were at peace with your beliefs, then you would be comfortable with your own kind. But you find no peace and comfort there. This is why you are drawn to Christians. As long as there are those that understand and hold to the truth, you cannot have peace where you stand. You have the desire and need to change their minds because you feel inside this will justify you and there will be peace in that for you. Sorry but this will never happen! This is why I point you to Romans 10:9. You will never find peace nor will you ever be able to change the truth. My hope is that you will hear God’s words and accept them. In Him you will find the answers and the peace you seek. |
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466 | What is "slain in the spirit"? | 1 Thess 5:21 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158366 | ||
"I did not receive this from man." - Yes you did. Proof is in your patent answers and explanations of scripture. Your answers are not scripture, their scripted. I did not refer to God's abilities, only His actions." - Sure you did, read your own statement. Again, proof that your words are taught and they are scripted. You know not what you say, but only repeat what you are taught. "I did not claim that God needs our help." - Sure you did, read your own statement. Again, proof that your words are taught and they are scripted. You know not what you say, but only repeat what you are taught. "Where has God in His Word directed not to practice "holy laughter"? - See answer below! Galatians 1:6-9 6 I am amazed that you are so quickly deserting Him who called you by the grace of Christ, for a different gospel; 7 which is really not another; only there are some who are disturbing you and want to distort the gospel of Christ. 8 But even if we, or an angel from heaven, should preach to you a gospel contrary to what we have preached to you, he is to be accursed! 9 As we have said before, so I say again now, if any man is preaching to you a gospel contrary to what you received, he is to be accursed! Your holy laughter comes from Rodney Morgan Howard-Browne, a charismatic preacher from South Africa, born June 12, 1961 in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, not from scripture. |
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467 | What is "slain in the spirit"? | 1 Thess 5:21 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158340 | ||
Your correct, I do not believe "slain in the spirit" is from God. I do believe the verse you reference is from God. But your conclusion as to it's meaning is not from God. Sorry but there is no evidence in scripture to backup the claim. Interesting that you came to the conclusion on your own what the verse means if you were not taught this from man. Can you give any reasoning for this based on scripture? My guess is no. My guess is also that you have been taught this from man. I base this on your whole argument. It's classical teaching from the type of church you evidently participate in. Your next statement is more proof of that. You say "The reason that these types of manifestations only occur in some churches is that only some churches have enough faith over unbelief in this area. See Matthew 13:58". Proof of my statement is in your patent response. Here is the problem with your statement taught to you by man. It attributes God's abilities to the belief and disbelief of man. God is not limited by our belief or disbelief. We have no affect on His power or abilities in any way. He is God, with us or without us. As a matter of fact, God himself gives each of us the ability to believe. He Himself gives us our faith. Romans 12:3 "For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith". As you can see, you have been taught wrong. You have been taught to pull scripture out of context to create a man made belief and practice. Satan used scripture also when tempting Jesus. But it was used out of context and used improperly and was unacceptable to Christ as it should be to mankind when used improperly. The same principle applies to Gods word in regards to needing mans help as it does to God needing mans help (or belief) to perform His miracles. He does not need nor require our help in any way to be God! You have not explained anything. You have only stated something as fact with no evidence to back it up. Why should someone accept it? Pointing to scripture and making a claim about it that completely contradicts it's teaching does not make it so. To be of God it must be what God's word said not something created from mankind's imagination. So yes, I completely reject your teaching because it is not scriptural. It's not of God and therefore unacceptable as His teaching. You do not honor your Father by playing games with His word. As I've said before, remember who's word it is your talking about. Do not take it upon yourself to use as you see fit. This does not bring Him honor. Remember this, "For God will bring every act to judgment, everything which is hidden, whether it is good or evil". Ecclesiastes 12:14 I have no intentions of dishonoring you. You dishonor yourself and the Father. I only disagree with your interpretation of the scripture. Holy Laughter is as real as slain in the spirit. It's real to those that chose to practice things other then what God has directed through His word. Again, you dishonor the Father by your own words. |
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468 | ... | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158283 | ||
I'm filled with violence? That's an interesting tactic. |
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469 | What is "slain in the spirit"? | 1 Thess 5:21 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158282 | ||
I agree it's a lot easier to explain salvation after you have received salvation, yes. But we are are talking about salvation right, not being slain in the spirit? Just want to make sure your not tying the two together. The difference is, you can point to scripture to back up salvation. You cannot point to any scripture that even remotely backs up being slain in the spirit. |
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470 | What is "slain in the spirit"? | 1 Thess 5:21 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158281 | ||
If you wish to teach the word of God, it is necessary to remember who's word it is and the responsibility that goes with teaching it. Your approach is to teach and not discuss. You speak as one with authority yet you fall on common sense as your basis for that authority and lack the ability to explain your authoritative position on the word of God. At a minimum you should state that something is your opinion and not state it as fact if you cannot back it up. Maybe you should instead choose to discuss as many of us do and not try to teach. If you were in a position to teach the word of God you would not run from it nor any question ask of you to justify your belief. Are you sure this is your interpretation of the scripture or where you taught this by someone else? Just ask yourself that question. No need to respond. Another good question to ask yourself. Why is it that these type of "manifestations of God" only happening in certain types of churches? Again, no need to respond. I like volleyball also and I know, just like being slain in the spirit, it's not in the bible. But I can't help but wonder if sooner or latter someone out there will not find a verse in the bible that says other wise. As far as musical instruments, I love them. Never was smart enough to figure them out though. But I do love to hear others that have mastered them. Also, know this, I am your brother in Christ. I do not claim to know all there is to know about God or His word. I disagree with others as well to their interpretation of scripture sometime. However, that does not mean we are enemies and that we are not brothers in Christ. But as your brother in Christ, I would caution you to think long and hard about how you use the word of God. I for one believe it is better to keep seeking the truth in it then to sling it out there as if you know the truth without being able to explain it and why you believe it. |
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471 | What is "slain in the spirit"? | 1 Thess 5:21 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158273 | ||
Okay, for the sake of discussion, lets say that the proper amount of time had passed between verse 6 and 7 that those of you familiar with the slain in the spirit practice would be convinced they were not faking. Where in this verse does it teach us they were slain in the spirit? Please don't avoid the questions and request for explanation. I'm only asking for you to explain how you get slain in the spirit out of the scriptures that is used to justify the practice. If you believe in this practice, then surly you can explain why and how the rest of us can interpret the meaning as you do. I'm basing my belief on the scriptures as I read and understand them. In none of the scriptures used to back this practice can I find the meaning given to them by those that practice this. So, if you so strongly believe that they do, take the time to explain how you get this interpretation from the scriptures. |
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472 | What is "slain in the spirit"? | 1 Thess 5:21 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158256 | ||
The scripture you point to here states, "I am He" which we all know it is Jesus speaking in this verse. They drew back and fell to the ground. They were not slain in the spirit, they were in fear because the very Lord stood before them. Notice that He only spoke. There were no laying on of hands. Are you saying they were slain in the spirit in this verse? If so, what do you make of verse 7 where it says, "Therefore He again asked them, "Whom do you seek?" And they said, "Jesus the Nazarene." If they were slain in the spirit as you say, how then could they immediately respond to His question? You yourself said if anyone is up within 5 minutes they are faking it. What do you make of their ability to speak during their slained state? Also, exactly how do you get "slain in the spirit" out of the verse in the first place? Please explain. In none of the verse I pointed out in an earlier post do I see anything at all that would back up the "slain in the spirit" argument. I see nothing more then a natural and uncontrollable fear of being in the very presence of God. If you believe this is taught in the scriptures please take the time to explain where and give your interpretation of the verses. |
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473 | ... | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158241 | ||
I understand what your saying. For man without God, the truth is hard to accept 1 Corinthians 2:14. Your not the first nor will you be the last to think you know better then God. Our sinful and selfish nature wants things our way. God's ways are different then mans (Isaiah 55:9) and without Him you cannot understand them. Of course you want no part of Christian love. Your still serving your master the devil at this point. He will not allow you to love as a Christian. But you have come to a place where people understand this. We are well aware of the hold he has on you. If you read the bible as you stated, then you should know that Christ died for the sinner. He didn't die for the saved for there were none Romans 3:23. This includes you and me. And regardless of weather you want to be a part of Christian love or not, you are. You came into this forum and introduced yourself to many who hold to the word of God, have tasted His love and are guided by the Holy Spirit. We love you despite your opinion of us. I for one am truly concerned for your salvation. There is more proof for you that God exist. If the Holy Spirit was not in me then why would I care one way or the other about you when all I know is your screen name and what you have posted. Yet I pray for you that God will open your eyes so that you too will know Him as I have come to know Him. |
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474 | ... | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158207 | ||
Try it again and don't look for someone else to interpret it for you. Allow the Holy Spirit to guide you as you read the words of God. No need to respond to the other post I mentioned. Just read them. Forget about the words of men, and pay close attention to the words of God that were shared with you. They were shared with you out of love in hopes that you will see the truth therein. |
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475 | ... | 1 Cor 1:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158196 | ||
Your mistaken on several of your statements. You have been presented with the truth in God's word. Keep seeking and you will find Him. I suggest you read the scriptures again. As you do, ask yourself who resurrected Jesus? Also, look again at Solomon's conclusion in Chapter 12. You need to be saved from an eternity in hell separated from God. Suggest you continue to read Romans 10:9 until you understand it and accept it. Solomon should not be your concern. Your own salvation and the salvation of others should be. Thank you for allowing me to share God's word with you. I have nothing on my own to offer you that will convince you. Therefore, I give to you something neither you or me can change or defeat. The very word of God! The proof is in your comments / statements to everyone that shared God's truth with you to answer your questions. It cannot be disputed so you have to come up with a different question each time. I guess to a nonbeliever this may seem to prove their point. Compared to the word of God, if falls short. It's sad that you can't see that. Since you have not done so well accepting the truth given to you on this forum. Challenge yourself and instead of spending your time trying to prove God exist, prove that He doesn't. May God have mercy on you! I pray for you and I pray that if it's the Fathers will, you will be saved. And just so you know, Christ died on the cross for you, he rose again and now sits at the right hand of the Father. He has paid the price so you don't have to. The very God you deny, has provided the perfect sacrifice that you may live for an eternity with Him instead of an eternity separated from Him. |
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476 | Do you believe in God? If so, then why? | Ps 19:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158189 | ||
Your welcome! I pray your read Romans 10:9 and I pray you think about this and accept Christ into your life! You wont regret it! |
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477 | Do you believe in God? If so, then why? | Ps 19:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158174 | ||
Thank you as well brother Mark for your kind words and for your many post that present the word of God for all to see. I too have been blessed by yours and many others post that present God's word with love, meekness, and humility. |
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478 | Do you believe in God? If so, then why? | Ps 19:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158168 | ||
Well said brother Mark! Man has no ability to convince man of anything he chooses not to believe. There is no point in even trying to give an answer to something based on mankind's understanding of things. Our only hope of helping others find the truth is by presenting the truth to them. If it's God's will that they receive the truth then His will, will be done. Not our truth but the Fathers truth! As our Beloved and Holy Saviour said it in John 17:17 as he prayed to His and our Heavenly Father, "Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth". No man nor even satan can defeat the truth. They can ignore it but they cannot change it! They can twist it but they cannot change it! The truth is what it is and regardless of acceptance, it remains the truth. Therefore we should always stand on the truth (God's word), present it to the none believer and remember the power of His word Hebrews 4:12. We should always remember it needs no help from us but will accomplish exactly what He pleases Isaiah 55:11 and that faith will come through His word Romans 10:17. I love to see post like yours that simply put the word of God out there and therefore presents the truth to all! And in that we know it will go out and do what pleases the Father. Father, thank You for Your truth and the power there in and thank you for the brothers and sisters who stand on your truth and share it with others. Amen! |
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479 | Why did this man need a second touch ? | Mark 8:25 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158142 | ||
Brother Mark, we are talking about Jesus here. You can rest assured that there was a reason and there is meaning behind the act of touching this man twice. But, I believe you are assuming too much here. Your assumption has no biblical backing. In and of itself is in error simply based on the fact your reasoning would mean Christ was in error and didn't do the job right in the first place. You stand on your own common since as if your claim to speaking in tongues somehow adds validity to your perceived common since. Where is your scripture to back this up? |
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480 | Regarding earlier post (thread) 156868 | 2 Tim 2:25 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158134 | ||
Hey Mark, What church would that be? |
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