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501 | Retribution? | Gal 6:7 | Val | 201695 | ||
No I didn't miss the point. It is the questioner who may research the verses surrounding this verse and conduct his own in depth study if he choses. Why don't you answer his question since you didn't like my answer? | ||||||
502 | Number of baskets? Loaves? Fish? | Mark 8:21 | Val | 200511 | ||
The view that David was unaware of the image being in the house could be possible. If I am not mistaken he was very young and this was his first wife. How long he got to stay with her I do not know as he had to escape out the window for his life. So it could be possible he didn't address the issue. The second view that it was an image of him for decorative purposes seems possible too. Since her father, Saul, was the king she probably had much wealth or at least a nice house. Since David is called a man after God's own heart we know that his heart was in the right place - serving the Lord of hosts alone. I know I read in one of his accounts that he burned idols of his opponents so surely this wasn't an idol of a foreign god. Another thing that was unclear to me is that he had so many wives and concubines but in 2 Samuel he is told that God gave him the wives. So I am wondering is it just the time period that made this ok compared to the present where this is not ok but we still we go back to the idea of one man and one woman in Genesis. Didn't the Lord tell the men not to multiply wives so how is this ok? 2 Sam 12:7 Nathan then said to David, "You are the man! Thus says the LORD God of Israel, 'It is I who anointed you king over Israel and it is I who delivered you from the hand of Saul. 2 Sam 12:8 'I also gave you your master's house and your master's wives into your care, and I gave you the house of Israel and Judah; and if that had been too little, I would have added to you many more things like these! Deut 17:17 "He shall not multiply wives for himself, or else his heart will turn away; nor shall he greatly increase silver and gold for himself. |
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503 | Number of baskets? Loaves? Fish? | Mark 8:21 | Val | 200501 | ||
Dear Doc, Very good, thank you so much. Blessings - Val |
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504 | Number of baskets? Loaves? Fish? | Mark 8:21 | Val | 200480 | ||
Doc, why do you suppose David's wife, Saul's daughter had an idol in the house. It seems to me that David would not have allowed that. Is it that the word has been mistranslated or that David did not know about it? I read an article from an archelogical report that they think it might have been rags. It seems like something that large if it were an idol would have been hard to hide. 1 Sam 19:13 Michal took the household idol and laid it on the bed, and put a quilt of goats' hair at its head, and covered it with clothes. |
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505 | Greeting kiss motive | Rom 16:16 | Val | 200159 | ||
Dear Brother John, I am watching Billy Graham on my recorded DVR as I read this. It is from his archives 1963 Los Angeles. They sang Leaning on the Everlasting Arms. Brings back a lot of memories. It is also in black and white. Blessings, Val | ||||||
506 | Okay to question faith and the Bible? | 2 Tim 3:16 | Val | 200132 | ||
Many thanks - Val | ||||||
507 | take up "his" cross | Luke 9:23 | Val | 200131 | ||
The Inductive study method involves three skills: observation, interpretation and application. Observation teaches you to see precisely what the passage says. It is the basis for accurate interpretation and correct application. Observation answers the question: What does the passage say? Interpretation answers the question: What does the passage mean? Application answers the question: What does it mean to me personally? What truths can I put into practice? What changes should I make in my life? The goal of personal Bible study is a transformed life and a deep and abiding relationship with Jesus Christ. There are ten steps that provide the basis for inductive study. Here are two of those steps: Step One: Begin With Prayer Always ask God to teach you as you open the Scriptures. Step Two: Ask the “5W’s and an H” As you study any passage of Scripture, any book of the Bible, train yourself to constantly ask: Who? What? When? Where? Why? How? These questions are the building blocks of precise observation, which is essential for accurate interpretation. Many times Scripture is misinterpreted because the context isn’t carefully observed. Asking these questions will help you to stay in the context of the passage. When we rush into interpretation without laying the vital foundation of observation, our understanding becomes colored by our presuppositions – what we think, what we feel, or what other people have said. We must be careful not to distort the Scriptures to our own destruction (2 Peter 3:16) Accurate answers to the following questions will help assure correct interpretation. Who is speaking? Who is this about? Who are the main characters? And to whom is he speaking? What is the subject or event covered in the chapter? What do you learn about the people, the event, or the teaching from the text? What instructions are given? When do or will the events occur? When did or will something happen to a particular person, people, or nation? When is a key question in determining the progression of events. Where did or will this happen? Where was it said? Why is something being said or mentioned? Why would or will this happen? Why at this time? Why this person? How will it happen? How is it to be done.? How is it illustrated? Every time you study a passage of the Bible, you should keep the 5 W’s and an H” in mind. Don’t be concerned if you can’t find the answer to each question every time. Remember, there are many types of literature in the Bible and not all the questions will apply. As you ask who, what, when, where, why, and how, make notes in the margin of your Bible. Meditate on the truths God reveals to you. Think how they apply to you. This will keep your study from becoming an intellectual pursuit of knowledge for its own sake. - How to Study the Bible Inductively by Kay Arthur I have used this method for years and have come to know my God and Saviour better and it has blessed my life. I highly recommend it. |
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508 | Okay to question faith and the Bible? | 2 Tim 3:16 | Val | 200128 | ||
Dear Doc, I will do that and yes I am. Blessings, Val |
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509 | Greeting kiss motive | Rom 16:16 | Val | 200117 | ||
Dear Azure, we don't practice this early church practice either. The reason I have heard is because our culture is so saturated with immorality that we might give a wrong impression if the world sees us kissing especially same gender. Also some counselors say it is best not to among men and women because there is always that element of temptation there. Still I have seen people who have no problem expressing their platonic love for each other in this way. It is an interesting topic. Here in the south we always want a hug (not a kiss). Blessings Val | ||||||
510 | Seeing things? | Bible general Archive 4 | Val | 200105 | ||
I will do that. That is an excellent example Doc gave. I will use it if the Lord gives me the opportunity. Thank you so much for your words of wisdom. Blessings, Val | ||||||
511 | Seeing things? | Bible general Archive 4 | Val | 200097 | ||
You are right it does disturb me when people get off the right track especially someone I know personally. The Lord has given us His word and it is plain and easy to understand. I want to point her back in the right direction without alienating her. I believe she is fragile emotionally. That is why I am hesitant as to how to proceed. I am a pretty bottom line person as most of you seem to be. I believe it will take a lot of wisdom to not say words that might crush her now that she seems to want to pursue God. I know that God is in control of this situation and I rely on Him. I value your expressions and gleen much from them. Thanks Val | ||||||
512 | Seeing things? | Bible general Archive 4 | Val | 200095 | ||
That is funny Hank, so your saying in essence I shouldn't take her seriously, right? What would you say to her next time she brings up the topic? I am at a lost for words. Still meditating on the posts I received which were excellent- Blessings Val | ||||||
513 | Seeing things? | Bible general Archive 4 | Val | 200085 | ||
Thank you all for your input. It certainly helped me to put it in perspective. Thank you so much. All of your posts were very enlightening. Blessings, Val | ||||||
514 | Jesus was a very good man | John 3:16 | Val | 200072 | ||
Your welcome and thank you. Have a blessed day. Val | ||||||
515 | Seeing things? | Bible general Archive 4 | Val | 200071 | ||
She says it was a vision; didn't give any details. She also confesses Christ as Lord. She says she is a speaker at different churches and groups. I am just wondering how I would approach her to say this is outside the norm. I like your scripture that Christ is seated but he is also everywhere also since he is omnipresent, right? Blessings, Val | ||||||
516 | why is life described as "vain" | Eccl 9:9 | Val | 199824 | ||
It does us no good to argue as someone has already stated. Let us just list our answers and let the viewers decide for themselves. I am not going to argue with anyone anymore. So if I don't response to your objections it does not mean I haven't considered them. Blessings Val | ||||||
517 | Philistines still survive today | Jer 47:4 | Val | 199229 | ||
Genesis 10:14, Genesis 10:6,13 Noah,Ham,Mizraim,Casluhim from which came the Philistines. The land of Israel has only been referred to as Palestine since A.D. 136, when the Roman emperor Hadrian renamed the Roman province of Judea "Syria Palestina" as part of his effort to rid the region of a Jewish presence after the Bar Kochba revolt. Palestina is the Latin (language of Rome) equivalent to "Philistines." God gave the land to Israel in Exodus 23:31-33. Precept upon Precept I Samuel |
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518 | dreams, still God's way of speaking? | Acts 2:17 | Val | 199170 | ||
Lionheart, thank you so much for the encouragement. Blessings, Val | ||||||
519 | Why do people say this when in all actua | Bible general Archive 4 | Val | 199136 | ||
Nani, thank you restating your thoughts. Praise Christ He is the Saviour of the world for those who have placed their lives in His hands by trusting Him as Lord and Saviour. May you continue to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Father and His Son our Lord Christ Jesus. It is good to hear that you have received Him as your Saviour. May God bless you, Val | ||||||
520 | homosexuality | Lev 20:13 | Val | 199060 | ||
1 John 3:10 By this it is made clear who take their nature from God and are His children and who take their nature from the devil and are his children: no one who does not practice righteousness [who does not conform to God's will in purpose, thought, and action] is of God; neither is anyone who does not love his brother (his fellow believer in Christ). 1 John 3:11 For this is the message (the announcement) which you have heard from the first, that we should love one another, 1 John 3:12[And] not be like Cain who [took his nature and got his motivation] from the evil one and slew his brother. And why did he slay him? Because his deeds (activities, works) were wicked and malicious and his brother's were righteous (virtuous). Notice the contrast here. What types of children are there? Please do a study on the nature of God. His attributes and character. Lets end this thread until after you do that study. May God bless you. Val |
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