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61 | Why didn't Moses enter the Promised Land | Num 20:12 | Robert Nicholson | 68558 | ||
Brother Ray: I will look forward to the new thread and will sign on when I see it. Your brother Robert |
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62 | A little humor... :) | Prov 17:22 | Robert Nicholson | 68409 | ||
Very Good mbrooker. Years ago Joshua's triump was heard through the land. ( can't find the verse) |
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63 | He is risen! | Mark 16:6 | Robert Nicholson | 68407 | ||
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64 | Is the Work of Christ Sufficient? | Rom 6:23 | Robert Nicholson | 68333 | ||
Brother Tim: As I read your post the words of Peter came to me "to you who believe he is precious" (1 Peter 2:7a) Praise his worthy Name. Robert |
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65 | Is the Work of Christ Sufficient? | Rom 6:23 | Robert Nicholson | 68332 | ||
New Creature: Amen! I agree that good works is evidence that we are saved. If we do not show any fruit in our christian life, then one would question if we are alive in Christ at all. I do appreciate your note. We both rest in the same Savior and one day we share in his presence. May God bless you. Robert |
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66 | The Sting of Death: Victory by the Cross | Hos 13:14 | Robert Nicholson | 68248 | ||
BradK: Thank you for your encouragement dear brother. |
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67 | The Sting of Death: Victory by the Cross | Hos 13:14 | Robert Nicholson | 68247 | ||
Amen dear brother! The Victory of the Cross, "we have a high Priest who is touched with our infirmities", we have a sure hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, he is an anchor to our soul. I think that as we pass through the trials of life, we learn by experience that we need his everlasting arms beneath us and that we are dependent upon him. In the little while between may we put our all into bringing glory and honor to his name. Robert |
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68 | Did Christ Descend into hell/ | Bible general Archive 1 | Robert Nicholson | 68246 | ||
Dear brother Emmaus: I wasn't for a moment suggesting that because a person is an RC they are not a Christian. I believe the Bible makes it clear that a Christian who has trusted in the finished work upon the cross. The relationship which we have with God through his Son is very personal and is not regulated by organized religion. I have an aunt who is RC and is in her last days on this earth, although a devot RC all her married life, whe is trusting on the finished work of Christ for her salvation. Brother, there are parts of the writings which I would agree with and realize they are supported by the holy scriptures. However, I do not believe that we should take the writings of men and place them equal to the word of God. Please forgive me if I appeared to be critical. The amazing thing is that one day when Christ comes, those which are his at his coming will share eternity with him. Church affiliation does not enter into this at all. Peace in the Saviour's name Robert |
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69 | The Sting of Death: Victory by the Cross | Hos 13:14 | Robert Nicholson | 68196 | ||
At this time of year I think of this verse found in Hosea 13:14 and in 1Cor. 15:55: "O death where is thy sting? O grave where is thy victory? In 1965 I was standing beside the grave of my mother, a snowy day and a day which I thought my heart would break. Standing with me were my two sisters and two brothers, the youngest 8 years of age. The preacher read these words. "O death where is thy sting, O grave where is thy victory?" I was standing beside the fresh turned earth and my mother's body would soon be lowered. My mind could not take in the message of hope as I thought within myself, there is a terrible sting to death and the grave has claimed my mother. Darkness surrounded my soul, I felt like someone who had no hope. My mother was only 47. God saved her by his grace when she was 36. However, I never thought that we would lose her so soon. Why? is the question which went through my soul. There was comfort knowing she was with the Lord she loved, but what about us? I know I was somewhat selfish and yet as I looked upon the family I wondered "Why so much sorrow?" Dear friends, the eternal issues which we debate are real. They are not some intellectual debate which in the end finishes with futility. Jesus Christ is real and he does save sinners that they may be with him forever. There is no greater news than that of the gospel: that Christ died, was buried and rose again for our sins. I praise his precious name today. Please forgive me for my personal story. Robert |
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70 | Did Christ Descend into hell/ | Bible general Archive 1 | Robert Nicholson | 68192 | ||
Dear brother Emaaus: I can see from your postings that you love the Lord Jesus very much. My question is why do you have to quote from RC articles? We know that he church as you know it went out from the early church and developed many theories which are not of God. If you are a true believer in the finished work of Christ on the cross, why are you unwilling to take your place with him outside the religions of men? I have read many of your posts and your spirit connects with my spirit and I know that you love the same Savior as I. There is no malicious intend here. In Christ Rober |
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71 | He is risen! | Mark 16:6 | Robert Nicholson | 68191 | ||
Dear fellow believers: "Behold the place where they laid him" The open tomb reminds that he is not there, he is risen! The bodily resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ shows God's satisfaction in the sacrifice of his Son at Calvary! Ye seek Jesus of Nazarath who was crucified: he is not here: behold the place where they laid him" Mark 16:6 An empty tomb, a risen Savior is the testimony that "he finished the work which thou gavest him to do" John 17:4 and he is the victor as he cried "Finished!!" John 19:30 What was finished? The work which God gave him to do! We rejoice today in a living Savior who is seated at the right hand of God, he is the Name which is above all other names and we rejoice that by his Spirit he has called us, redeemed us and that he is coming again for us. May we praise his precious name! As we look on this, the things of time and sense should become dim. I rejoice in Christ, my Savior who is seated at the right hand on God. Robert |
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72 | is there security of the believer | Rom 8:39 | Robert Nicholson | 68184 | ||
Greetings New Creature: Your statement: " Security for branches depends entirely upon their remaining connected to the vine. (John 15:2,6) My statement "Our security is anchored in the worth and work of our Lord Jesus Christ who paid the ultimate price for our redemption. The eternal life which is ours when we trust him is a gift which is given to us the moment we rest in the finished work of Christ. (Romans 6:23) I agree that we must be connected to the vine which is Christ in order to have eternal life. The analogy of the grape vine is used by Jesus in John 15 to describe the union between Christ and the believer. First, we are grafted into him the moment we are born again. He is the main vine and the believers are the branches. The branches cannot be independent of the vine (Christ) who is the source of life and sustenance for the branch. In fact we are totally dependent upon him for he said "without me you can do nothing". The topic in John 15 is dealing with fruit bearing in the life of a believer. To abide in him is to be a disciple of his, submitting to his will and as such we will bring forth fruit (Gal. 5: 22-26.) If we abide in him we will a) abide in his love, b) have full joy v.11, c)have love for one another, d) be friends, not servants, e) our fruit remains f) answered prayer. If we are not willing to abide in him by being submissive to his will, we will wither and at the judgment seat of Christ our work will be tried by fire, only the work which honors Christ will remain. Discipleship is an important excercise for a believer and is the out-working of what Christ has done within. However, our security is not based on our work, but on the work of Christ on the cross. I believe that is why we are given such powerful portions of scripture such as Romans 8:34-39 Peace in our Saviour's name Robert |
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73 | Praise the Lord! | Exodus | Robert Nicholson | 68027 | ||
Tremere: I agree that there is nothing in the Bible which supports the idea that going to church makes you a Christian. That is the wonderful thing with God's way of salvation through Christ is that it is very personal and that we can have a personal relationship with God with joining some organized system. Christian fellowship is important however, and God delights in the praises of his gathered people. In the New Testament the local church of God consisted of born again Christians who met together on a regular basis. In Acts. 2:42 "they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship and in breaking of bread and in prayers. In these early days the church was guided by elders who were to lead by example, to feed the flock of God and to watch for their well being. Christ was the gathering center and the Holy Spirit the divine teacher. Much of oganized religion (and I am not church bashing) is set up by man and does not reflect what God intended. As an individual Christian we are God's seven days per week, 24 hours per day, he wants our life, our all to be lived to his honor and glory. If we gather in a place where God's name and word is honored, as an individual we have the support and fellowship of other believers. In addition, as a group we have the privilege of bringing glory and honor to God when we follow the command of the Lord Jesus by remembering him in the Lord's supper. In Hebrews 10:25 we exhorted "Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching" One day the church which is his body will be gathered around his throne and we will sing unto that One who is worthy! Praise his name! Just a few more thoughts Robert |
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74 | Praise the Lord! | Exodus | Robert Nicholson | 68014 | ||
tremere: There are two aspects of the church under the New Covenant in Christ. The scripture refers to the church which is his body and the local church which is generally referred to as the church of God. In 1 Cor.12 we read about the church which is his body. In verse 13 "For by one Spirit we are baptised into one body, whether we be Jews or Gentiles, whether we be bond or free; and have all made to drink of that one Spirit" Each person who has trusted Christ is baptised by the Holy Spirit into the one body. As we find between verses 14-26 the church which is his body is made up of many members with Christ as the head. The members are unique in their place and are equal regardless of their place. In verse 27 "Now you are the body of Christ, and members in particular" This spiritual church is made up of all believers from Pentecost onwards. There are no counterfeits in this church. Under the New Covenant Christ has entered into the holiest of all, "into heaven" to appear in the presence of God for us. He is our great high Priest and Mediator. As members in the church which is his body we have access into the very presence of God through the precious blood of Christ. The local aspect refers to professing believers who are "called out" ( this means church) to the Name of Christ alone. The members of this church are from a particular geographical location. Within this church there is failure and even those who profess to be Christs' and are not. Peace in his Name Robert |
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75 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | Robert Nicholson | 68007 | ||
Graceful: This post is not intended to be argumentive In Isaiah 53:5 and in 1 Peter 2:24 "with his stripes (wounds) we are healed" speaks of spiritual healing and forgiveness. Our bodies will not be changed until Christ comes 1 Thess. 4:13-18 and as such physically we are not immune to the human condition. I believe God does heal according to his will. When we are saved we are not promised a "rose garden", but rather "Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution" (2 Tim.3:12) However, God has promised us "There hath no temptation (trial) taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation (trial) also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it." ( 1 Cor. 10:13) I believe that God allows suffering in our lives to deepen our love to him and to be a help to others going through similar circumstances. Paul and Timothy suffered health problems in their lives and millions of Christians today suffer problems, not because of some sin, but because they are human. It is within these trials that we see the grace of God shine through. God heals, he is in control of all life, whether the person is saved or a non-believer, God is in total control. God always answers prayer in one of three ways: Yes, No and wait. You mentioned 1 Cor. 11: 28-30 regarding those who were weak and sickly and some had died. It is here we see that "whom he loveth he chasteneth" In the case of the people at Corinth they were bringing dishonour upon the Lord's name and were not well to judge their own sinfulness. If we are born again and purposely walk in disobedience and bring dishonor upon the testimony of Christ, God will deal with us. We will reap what we sow. Peace in his name Robert |
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76 | What does Bible teach on election? | Bible general Archive 1 | Robert Nicholson | 67845 | ||
Regardless of our view on election, the Lord Jesus has commanded that we preach the gospel. (Mark 15:15) The message of the gospel of Christ is God's way of speaking by his Spirit to lost sinners. Paul could "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth;..." Romans 1:16 In Romans 10:15 and Isaiah 52:7 we read "How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace and bring glad tidings of God things" Most people when talking about the time they rested in Christ will discuss the events and the scripture which spoke to their soul and how that they realized their sin and need of a Savior. However, after we are "in Christ" in retrospect we realize that it was God by his Spirit who brought the circumstances into our lives, who convicted our souls by his word and revealed to us our terrible need. In my own case it was God who revealled to me that Christ died for my sins and "that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life" John 3:16. The point I am trying to make is that in our natural condition we cannot choose God Romans 3 Without the strivings of the Spirit of God we would never have repented or rested in the finished work of Christ. We cannot question the Divine foreknowledge of God, he is our Creator and he is absolutely Sovereign. We do know that by his grace and wonderous love provided a way whereby lost sinners could be forgiven through faith in the work of his Son. It is after we are "in Christ" that we can come into the enjoyment that "we were chosen in him before the foundation of the world" Eph.1:4 I do not think that the scripture supports a fatalistic approach to the spreading of the gospel. When we look at example of such people as the early apostles, who held back nothing to spread the gospel of Christ even to the point of martyrdom we realize that the gospel must be preached and that God will use it in bringing lost sinners to himself. Robert |
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77 | What are the qualification for an elder | Titus 1:5 | Robert Nicholson | 67385 | ||
Jr. Deacon and brother justme: Greetings: Just a couple thoughts on the work of an overseer. First of all it is a good work. 1 Tim. 3:1 It is not a position, but a work which I believe will be evident in the life of the person who desires this work. It is not for a novice (1 Tim. 3:6) The overseerers in the early church were appointed by the Holy Spirit: "Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood." (Acts 20:28) An overseer is a undershepherd, under Christ the good Shepherd. It is a work of giving, self sacrificing and grace which includes: leading by example, feeding from God's word, protecting from false teachers and watching for the souls of the flock. Just a few thoughts Robert |
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78 | What is the people sin? | NT general Archive 1 | Robert Nicholson | 67355 | ||
Confusing: I will try to address some of your questions. quote ." No one MADE Adam and Eve sin. Nor are we victims when we sin. We sin because we want to sin." They can sin because they are been created if not they cannot so again no one will suffer here and in hell" ---------------------------------------- Answer I agree that sin came into the world by disobedience by Adam and Eve. "Wherefore as by one man sin entered the world, and death by sin; and so death was passed upon all men, for all have sinned" Romans 5:12 ------------------------------------- quote 2. If the way to stay out of hell is by following God's commandments, then we are all going to hell (Romans 3:23). That is why i find that I am a victim, being born is not man choice, but if the man born he already a victim of battle of God and satan. " ---------------------------------------- Answer You are right on the first point. According to Romans 3 there is absolutely nothing which we can do to save ourselves "because all have sinned and have come short of the glory of God" Rom. 3:23 We cannot help how we were born. However, we are not victoms, we are sinners by birth, sinners by practice and sinners by choice. Romans 3:10-18 If it were not for the grace of God we would continue in this journey away from him. However, in his love toward us he strives with us by his Spirit drawing us to Christ. ----------------------------------------- quote: "But our God is in the heavens; He does whatever He pleases." --Psalm 115:3 It is likely that God pleases with the outcome of His creation? Too many die in wars, sickness shortage of food is He very happy of what the world today? "Whatever the LORD pleases, He does, In heaven and in earth, in the seas and in all deeps." --Psalm 135:6 He pleases with the suffering here and there, killing rape, extortion and other form of evil that we have now all over the world? -------------------------------- Answer: You are right that God does as he pleases as your verses show. He is Sovereign, he is our creator, he does not owes anything. Yet in his grace and love he has provided a way through Christ that we can be redeemed. God has no pleasure in the death of the wicked, he tells us "Say unto them, As I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel?" In other words he is pleading with sinners to turn from their wicked ways and live. It is sinners who commit sins, God is not the author of the terrible things which happen on this earth. It is people who turn from God and committ such deeds and mankind reaps the consequences of their deeds. "The way of the transgressor is hard" (Proverbs 13:15) Think of the Lord Jesus in his day as he stood weeping as he looked over the city and lamented that "they had missed their time of visition" --------------------------------------- quote: The good news is that the God who judges us guilty is also the God who was pleased to send His Son Jesus Christ to live the perfect life that we do not live, to pay the penalty of the sin of all those who trust in Him by means of His death on the Cross, and to rise again to demonstrate that that penalty is paid and that all Christians, like Christ himself, will be raised to newness of life. God did this because he created man, I think it His responsibilities to save His creation and besides it is all His ideas to create. -------------------------------------------- Answer: It is wonderful that God saw this world in its fallen condition even before the world was made and made a way of redemption through the sacrifice of his Son. God did not owe us anything, this is an important point. We had no claims on God. As humans we made a choice. However, this high lights the grace of God toward us, that even when we were unloveable, enemies because of wicked works, God in his love and mercey sent his Son into this world to save sinners. He loved us not because he owed us, but simply because he loved us. Peace in his Name Robert |
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79 | what about Matt. 16:27 | Matt 16:28 | Robert Nicholson | 67350 | ||
Greetings mommapbs: I believe that verse 27 of Matt. 17 is speaking as has been mentioned when Christ comes in glory and power as in 2 Thess. 1: 7-9 where it speaks of Christ coming in judgment against those who have disobeyed the gospel and in v. 10 "When he shall come to be glorified in his saints and to be admired in all them that believe" He is coming as promised in Acts 1 and this same glorified Jesus Christ, his feet will rest again on the mount of olives from whence he left. However, in verse 28 "...there be some standing here which shall not taste of death, till they see the Son of man coming in his kingdom" I believe speaks of Peter, James and John in chp 17 where they saw his coming glory in miniture during his transfiguration. John later writes "...and we beheld his glory, the glory of the only begotten of the father full of grace and truth" (John 1:14) I think that John is referring to that day when he along with Peter and James had the joy of seeing the Lord Jesus when "he was transfigured before them: and his face did shine as the sun, and his raiment was white as light" Matt. 17:2 God bless Robert |
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80 | Take Up Our Cross: What does it mean? | Luke 9:23 | Robert Nicholson | 67231 | ||
Dear One: Thank you for your response. In following Jesus we are exhorted "In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you." ( 1 Thess. 5:18) Would you not say that we have to be willing to accept what God has given us which may include various trials in live? Paul writes: "There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it."(1 Cor. 10:13) You mentioned that "we must take up our cross" and that part of this is to deny ourselves. I enjoy the thought in Romans 6:17-18 that before we were saved we were "servants to sin" and now in Christ we are freed from sin and "became servants of righteousness" I was also thinking that "when we follow him" we have to ask the question "In a spiritual sense where is he"? In Hebrews we find a similar thought "Let us go therefore unto him without the camp, bearing his reproach" Heb.13:13 The Lord Jesus Christ as far as this world is concerned is still in a place of rejection and to identify with him we will suffer reproach for his name. When I read your last paragraph the words of Jesus came to mind "But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you." (Matt.6:33) May God bless you and your daughter in your work with children. Robert |
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