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561 | What about so-called revelation knowledg | Bible general Archive 1 | Radioman2 | 82041 | ||
3. 'THE FORCE OF FAITH: The Teachings of Kenneth Copeland [Note: Numbers within or at the end of sentences are footnote numbers. To read the footnotes providing reference sources for this article, go to: (www.equip.org/free/DC755-2.htm)] 'THE FORCE OF FAITH 'Of the multiple views of faith held by Faith teachers,10 Copeland focuses primarily on an understanding of faith as a force. "Faith is a power force," he claims. "It is a tangible force. It is a conductive force."11 Moreover, "faith is a spiritual force....It is substance. Faith has the ability to effect natural substance."12 As "the force of gravity...makes the law of gravity work...this force of faith...makes the laws of the spirit world function."13 'Copeland affirms that "God cannot do anything for you apart or separate from faith,"14 for "faith is God's source of power" (emphasis in original).15 Moreover, "everything that you're able to see or touch, anything that you can feel, anything that's perceptive to the five physical senses, was originally the faith of God, and was born in the substance of God's faith."16 In other words, "faith was the raw material substance that the Spirit of God used to form the universe."17 'Copeland adds that "God used words when He created the heaven and the earth....Each time God spoke, He released His faith - the creative power to bring His words to pass."18 For "words are spiritual containers,"19 and the "force of faith is released by words."20 'Copeland derives his definition of faith from Hebrews 11:1: "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen" (KJV). He interprets the word "substance" as some transcendent, primary element that makes up the universe; it was and is activated by spoken words at the onset of creation (both God's original creation of the world and all subsequent creations, whether by God or man). 'Contrary to Copeland's view, the word translated "substance" in the King James Version is the Greek word hypostasis which, in the context of Hebrews 11:1, means "an assured impression, a mental realizing."21 Far from being some tangible material or energetic force, faith is a channel of living trust stretching from man to God. It is an assurance that God's promises never fail, even if sometimes we do not experience their fulfillment during our mortal existence. Other translations render hypostasis more precisely as "being sure" (NIV), "to be sure" (TEV), and "assurance" (NASB). 'Neither the original Greek text nor any of the modern translations support Copeland's understanding of faith. The same holds true for his understanding of spoken words. Besides, the idea of words functioning as faith-filled containers makes no sense if there is no such thing as a "force of faith" (requiring packaging and transportation) in the first place. ____________________ The Teachings of Kenneth Copeland. To read more, including extensive footnotes, go to: (www.equip.org/free/DC755-2.htm) |
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562 | pagan influence? | Bible general Archive 1 | Radioman2 | 82023 | ||
"Christ, who is God over all." . Romans 9:5 NIV Theirs are the patriarchs, and from them is traced the human ancestry of Christ, who is God over all, forever praised! Amen. "Christ, who is God over all." . Romans 9:5 NLT Their ancestors were great people of God, and Christ himself was a Jew as far as his human nature is concerned. And he is God, who rules over everything and is worthy of eternal praise! Amen. "Christ himself was a Jew...And he is God." . Romans 9:5 HCSB The forefathers are theirs, and from them, by physical descent, came the Messiah, who is God over all, blessed forever. Amen. "Messiah, who is God over all." . Romans 9:5 NET Bible To them belong the patriarchs, and from them, by human descent, came the Christ, who is God over all, blessed forever! Amen. "Christ, who is God over all" |
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563 | Who is "the disciple whom Jesus loved"? | John 21:20 | Radioman2 | 81998 | ||
EdB: WITHIN THE CONTEXT, the expression "the one who Jesus loved" IS exclusive. It DOES mean John and John only. IN THE CONTEXT. What I mean and what the verse means is: "Peter, turning around, saw [John] following them; [John] who also had leaned back on His bosom at the supper and said, "Lord, who is the one who betrays You?" "Avoid spiritualizing or allegorizing the Bible. This is that which gives to the Bible some kind of mystical meaning. In other words, what is on the surface is not the meaning, but what is hidden becomes the meaning. This is very popular. Allegorizing means to say that the historical meaning is not the real meaning, and in fact may be nothing but a fabrication. The historical meaning is not the real meaning, the real meaning is the spiritual meaning hidden beneath the surface. "And once you say that something in the Bible is an allegory, that is, it is only a symbol of the reality, you have just made it impossible to know what that reality is because if that reality cannot be discerned through the normal understanding of language, how can it be discerned?" (from the radio message: "How to Study Your Bible: Interpretation" by John MacArthur on Grace to You broadcast) Neither I nor the verse mean that Jesus only loved John and not the other disciples. Neither I nor the verse mean that Jesus only loved John enough to go to the cross. Neither I nor the verse mean that Jesus did not go to the cross out of love for all of us. Neither I nor the verse mean that Jesus does not love you. Grace and peace, Radioman2 |
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564 | Debate Arminian/Calvinist views? | 2 Pet 3:9 | Radioman2 | 81980 | ||
EdB: I see your points. I agree that we ought not to label people. Thanks! :-) Radioman2 |
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565 | What about so-called revelation knowledg | Bible general Archive 1 | Radioman2 | 81949 | ||
Hank: It may be that the only thing more foolish than blindly following the teachings of some blind guide would be to follow that person without having bothered to study what he/she actually teachs and believes. After all, if one doesn't know the teachings of Dr. Sounding Brass or Professor Tinkling Cymbal, then one will have nothing by which to be offended or disillusioned. Radioman2 |
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566 | What about so-called revelation knowledg | Bible general Archive 1 | Radioman2 | 81942 | ||
Just take their word for it? gracefull: You write: "They encourage others to just take their word for it that these teachings are unscriptural, and heretic creating fear in them." Just take their word for it? Anyone with an understanding of basic Bible teaching would know WOF teachings are unscriptural merely by reading them in the words of the teachers themselves. In my postings regarding Copeland, Meyer, Hinn, etc., their very words are quoted. Then each quote is footnoted giving the name of the article, book or TV program in which Copeland and others spoke those words. Before you make a statement like the one above, you need to look at the quotes and footnotes. If you did, then you would see that I am not encouraging others just to take my word for it. In light of the fact of the inclusion of footnoted quotes in the very words of WOF teachers, your accusation is false and unfounded. What about you? Do you encourage others to just take your word? I have seen little or no evidence to support your defense of WOF leaders. You write: "They encourage others . . . to read books which talk 'about' the teachings rather than imparting to the seekers to search the scriptures, compare understanding and then ask the Holy Spirit for the revealed spiritual truth." Wrong. The recommended books do indeed encourage seekers to search the scriptures, compare understanding and then ask the Holy Spirit for the revealed spiritual truth." You write: "Purhaps some will begin to reason scripture more and allow the Spirit of God to do the rest." If people relied upon the Scriptures, the Holy Spirit and reason, they wouldn't fall for WOF teaching to begin with. Radioman2 |
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567 | Debate Arminian/Calvinist views? | 2 Pet 3:9 | Radioman2 | 81938 | ||
EdB: You write: "Then the question arises who should choose what is right and the answer is the Church! Not the church of Methodist, not the church of the AoG, not the church of the Baptist, not the church of Calvin, but the church of Jesus Christ." If I had the email address or phone number of "the church of Jesus Christ", I would contact them so that I, too, could know what was right. I know this sounds sarcastic and for that I apologize. My intent here is not to be sarcastic. Yet, if the above quote is the answer, then how can one gain access to what is right and true? I agree with you, Ed, that no denomination has the copyright on THE TRUTH. Yet, my question remains. Grace and peace, Radioman2 |
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568 | What about so-called revelation knowledg | Bible general Archive 1 | Radioman2 | 81931 | ||
2. FROM OBSCURITY TO CENTER STAGE: The Teachings of Kenneth Copeland [Note: Numbers within or at the end of sentences are footnote numbers. To read the footnotes providing reference sources for this article, go to: (www.equip.org/free/DC755-2.htm)] 'FROM OBSCURITY TO CENTER STAGE 'Though best known for his "prosperity" message, Copeland began his ascent to Faith stardom from a state of financial disarray. Beset by monetary problems, in 1967 he decided to resume his education at Oral Roberts University (ORU), where he subsequently "landed a job as copilot on Oral Robert's [sic] cross-country crusade flights."4 'It was not until August of 1967, however, that Copeland experienced a revolution in his outlook through the preaching of yet another evangelist - Kenneth E. Hagin, regarded by many to be the "father of the Faith movement." With reference to his "distant mentor," Copeland has been quoted "as saying that he 'learned nothing' during six months at Oral Roberts University but was so excited by Hagin's teachings that...[he] spent the next month in his garage listening to them."5 'The Copelands returned to Fort Worth, Texas in 1968 where they established an evangelistic association. Within a few short years their home-based Bible studies reportedly grew into large revivals, sometimes with crowds large enough to fill entire "civic centers and international arenas."6 'In 1973 the ministry began publishing its own newsletter, Believer's Voice of Victory. Two years later, Copeland claimed the Lord "commanded him to 'preach the uncompromised Word on every available voice.'"7 This prompted him to launch the Believer's Voice of Victory radio broadcast in 1976. By 1979 Copeland's ministry was established firmly enough to enter the arena of television, paving the way for its 1981 venture into satellite communications. And in August of the following year "the ministry made history by initiating the first global religious broadcast" (emphasis in original).8 'Copeland continues to experience popular acceptance within various charismatic and Pentecostal circles. His books, booklets, and taped messages can be found in a number of Christian bookstores, and his crusades and revivals consistently produce large turnouts. Furthermore, the ministry's international scope and influence is well attested by its offices in England, the Philippines, South Africa, Australia, Canada, and Hong Kong. 'While not every Faith teacher holds to all of Copeland's doctrines, they, along with his followers, consider him a leading - if not the leading - authority on Faith theology. "Many have already coronated Copeland as the new king of the Faith movement," writes one observer. "In a recent article, even Time magazine refers to Copeland as the 'chief exponent' of the Faith movement."9 ____________________ The Teachings of Kenneth Copeland. To read more, including extensive footnotes, go to: (www.equip.org/free/DC755-2.htm) |
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569 | What about so-called revelation knowledg | Bible general Archive 1 | Radioman2 | 81905 | ||
justme: Thank you for your kind remarks. Good to hear from you, my friend. How have you been? Hope you are feeling well. God bless you in every way, Radioman2 |
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570 | What is "Kingdom Now Theology"? | Bible general Archive 1 | Radioman2 | 81901 | ||
winstonchurchill: Thank you for your replies to this and other posts. Your feedback is much appreciated. I've been enjoying reading your posts. You give sound, thoughtful, scriptural insight in what you write. Grace and peace, Radioman2 |
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571 | Proof of Christ | Bible general Archive 1 | Radioman2 | 81856 | ||
The reason for the hope; explain it; a logical defense 1 Peter 3:15 (NIV) But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give THE REASON FOR THE HOPE that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, (NLT) Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life. And if you are asked about your Christian hope, always be ready to EXPLAIN IT. (AMPLIFIED) But in your hearts set Christ apart as holy [and acknowledge Him] as Lord. Always be ready to give A LOGICAL DEFENSE to anyone who asks you to account for the hope that is in you, but do it courteously and respectfully. [Isa. 8:12, 13.] (Emphasis added.) |
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572 | does revelation 6:9-11 teach that the im | Bible general Archive 1 | Radioman2 | 81853 | ||
"The Bible teaches us that we have an existence away from our bodies once we die. The Jehovah's Witnesses are incorrect. We continue on after death." - - - - - - - - - - - - - 'Does Annihilation and resurrection make sense? 'According to the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, when you die, you cease to exist: Let God be True, p. 59, 60, 67. On Judgment Day, only faithful Jehovah's Witnesses will be resurrected to life eternal on Paradise Earth. The rest of all mankind will be annihilated, wiped out, made to not exist with no eternal punishment in a fiery hell. 'There is a logical problem with this view. If a Jehovah's Witnesses believes that he ceases to exist when he dies and that he will be resurrected at the Judgment Day, then is he really being resurrected? In other words, if he was alive and then has ceased to exist, he is in the same state he was before he was created. That is, he isn't. He has no existence. He is gone. The only remnant of this person would be in the memory of God (not counting family and friends, etc.). Only God would know if this Jehovah's Witness was good enough for Paradise Earth. If he was, then the reward would be a new creation of someone in the exact image of the Jehovah's Witness who previously lived and did all the works mandated by the Watchtower Organization. But, it wouldn't be the exact same person, because that person ceased to exist and there is no continuity, no continuance of the person since he has ceased to be. 'Therefore, on Judgment day, how can he be resurrected? That is, how is he, as the same person, resurrected when he doesn't exist anymore? Is he the exact same person or has God make an exact copy of the person upon which to shower the blessings of Paradise Earth? 'It would seem that simple logic would contradict the idea of existence, non-existence, and then existence all being the same person. It also contradicts scripture which says, '"We are of good courage, I say, and prefer rather to be absent from the body and to be at home with the Lord," (2 Cor. 5:8). I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago—whether in the body I do not know, or out of the body I do not know, God knows—such a man was caught up to the third heaven," (2 Cor. 12:2). 'The Bible teaches us that we have an existence away from our bodies once we die. The Jehovah's Witnesses are incorrect. We continue on after death." (www.carm.org/jw/annihilation.htm) |
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573 | What about so-called revelation knowledg | Bible general Archive 1 | Radioman2 | 81851 | ||
1. Summary: The Teachings of Kenneth Copeland [Note: Numbers within or at the end of sentences are footnote numbers. To read the footnotes providing reference sources for this article, go to: (www.equip.org/free/DC755-2.htm)] 'Summary 'Kenneth Copeland stands today as one of the Faith movement's leading spokesmen. His voluminous material (in print and broadcast media), combined with his crusades and international outreach centers, attest to his vast influence. 'Copeland is responsible for spreading many of the Faith movement's unbiblical teachings. He distorts the biblical concepts of faith and covenant. He reduces God to the image of man while elevating man to the status of God. He lowers Jesus to being a product of positive confession who took on a satanic nature at the cross. And he promotes the occult practice of creative visualization. 'Copeland's errors are largely due to his negative stance on reasoning, his poor handling of the Bible, his aversion toward theology, and his bias against tradition. 'On the night of November 2, 1962, a young man twenty-five years of age, struggling against "sin, sickness, and strife," asked Jesus to "come into [his] heart."1 His decision came two weeks after his wife had done likewise.2 Today, these two individuals head a ministry that literally stretches around the globe, while remaining in the forefront of what has come to be known as the "Faith" movement. They are Kenneth and Gloria Copeland. 'Part One of this series explored the roots of the Faith movement and surveyed some of its leading proponents today. In this installment, our primary attention will be devoted to cataloging and critiquing the core theology of one of the most widely recognized and respected Faith teachers to date - Kenneth Copeland.3' ____________________ The Teachings of Kenneth Copeland by Hank Hanegraaff and Erwin M. de Castro. To read more, including extensive footnotes, go to: (www.equip.org/free/DC755-2.htm) |
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574 | Proof of Christ | Bible general Archive 1 | Radioman2 | 81817 | ||
No proof needed? NASB Acts 1:3 To these He also presented Himself alive after His suffering, by many convincing PROOFS, appearing to them over a period of forty days and speaking of the things concerning the kingdom of God. (Emphasis added.) AMPLIFIED Acts 1:3 To them also He showed Himself alive after His passion (His suffering in the garden and on the cross) by [a series of] many convincing demonstrations [unquestionable evidences and infallible PROOFS], appearing to them during forty days and talking [to them] about the things of the kingdom of God. (Emphasis added.) Christianity is not a blind leap of faith. Christianity is based on the HISTORICAL FACT of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. A thing is not true because we believe it. Instead, we believe it because it is true. |
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575 | What does "the kingdom of God is at hand | Matthew | Radioman2 | 81777 | ||
"The promised Deliverer will come out of Zion and the nation will be saved (Romans 11:25-29). That the Christian now inherits the distinctive Jewish promises is NOT taught in Scripture. The Christian is of the heavenly seed of Abraham (Genesis 15:5,6; Galatians 3:29) and partakes of the spiritual blessings of the Abrahamic Covenant." "But Israel as a nation always has it own place and is yet to have its greatest exaltation as the earthly people of God." (Emphasis added.) (http://bible.crosswalk.com/Commentaries/ScofieldReferenceNotes/) |
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576 | What does "the kingdom of God is at hand | Matthew | Radioman2 | 81756 | ||
The promises to Abraham and to his Seed, that is, Christ. Now the promises were spoken to Abraham and to his seed. He does not say, "And to seeds," as referring to many, but rather to one, "And to your seed," that is, Christ. (NASB) Galatians 3:16 Galatians 3 [14] To the end that through [their receiving] Christ Jesus, the blessing [promised] to Abraham might come upon the Gentiles, so that we through faith might [all] receive [the realization of] the promise of the [Holy] Spirit. [15] To speak in terms of human relations, brethren, [if] even a man makes a last will and testament (a merely human covenant), no one sets it aside or makes it void or adds to it when once it has been drawn up and signed (ratified, confirmed). [16] Now the promises (covenants, agreements) were decreed and made to Abraham and his Seed (his Offspring, his Heir). He [God] does not say, And to seeds (descendants, heirs), as if referring to many persons, but, And to your Seed (your Descendant, your Heir), obviously referring to one individual, Who is [none other than] Christ (the Messiah). Galatians 3:14-16 :: Amplified Bible (AMP) |
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577 | Are all interpretations equal? | Rom 3:4 | Radioman2 | 81753 | ||
Tim: You have provided us with much good information in this thread. One of many of your points with which I agree is that a number of different denominations hold to doctrine that is essentially the same. May I add, denominations do not differ only in the matter of doctrine. Each denomination has its own doctrine AND its own form of church government. Often two or more churches that have similar doctrine have different forms of church government. So it would be a mistake to believe that different denominations exist only because of differences in doctrine. Grace and peace, Radioman2 |
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578 | Are all interpretations equal? | Rom 3:4 | Radioman2 | 81737 | ||
'Illumination, though assured, does not always guarantee automatic understanding.' - - - - - - - - - - - - - *Illumination* 'is generally thought of in connection with the ministry of the Holy Spirit which makes clear the truth of the written *revelation* in the Bible. 'In reference to the Bible, '*revelation* relates to its content or material; '*inspiration* to the method of recording that material; and '*illumination* to the meaning of the record' (MacArthur Study Bible, Moody, 1976, 1978). (Emphasis added.) 'Illumination, though assured, does not always guarantee automatic understanding . . . The believer must be in fellowship with the Lord in order to experience this ministry. But also he must study, using the teachers God has given to the church (Rom. 12:7) and the abilities and means at his own disposal' (MacArthur Study Bible, Moody, 1976, 1978). |
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579 | Are all interpretations equal? | Rom 3:4 | Radioman2 | 81736 | ||
There is no new revelation. The canon of Scripture is complete. "I'd put my confidence any day in the teacher who's tough enough and dedicated enough to have spent years in the study of the Bible as over against the guy who claims to have received his spiritual insights by some arcane mode of special revelation." --Hank (ID# 81725) I would have to agree with Hank. The use of the term revelation in reference to one's own teaching incorrectly implies that such teaching is directly from God and thus infallible. Revelation is the wrong term to apply to one's own spiritual insights. *Illumination* is the ministry of the Holy Spirit which makes clear the truth of the written *revelation* in the Bible. In reference to the Bible, *revelation* relates to its content; *inspiration* to the method of recording that content; and *illumination* to the meaning of the record. Notice WHAT and WHERE revelation is; it is WRITTEN and it is IN THE BIBLE. There is no new revelation. The canon of Scripture is complete and has been complete for approximately 2,000 years. Jesus Christ is God's final and complete revelation to mankind (Heb. 1:1,2). |
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580 | Are all interpretations equal? | Rom 3:4 | Radioman2 | 81706 | ||
Asis: I appreciate your reply, but I am not sure if I understand the relevance of your Answer to my Question. Are we both talking about the same thing? Grace and peace, Radioman2 |
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