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61 | No reprobates in the Bible? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186890 | ||
Hello Mark, O.K you got me! The action is past tense but now that you got me thinking I realize that I was combining several scriptures into one. Ephesians 1:4 says we were chosen in Christ before the foundations of the world. When you combine the two scriptures together it seems clear to me that the "past action" of verse 13 refers back to verse 4. This of course goes hand in hand with election and predestination. I was wrong though to state that verse 13 "was from eternity past," although chapter one of Ephesians seems to indicate that. |
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62 | What is a fatal sin? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186879 | ||
The way I understood the original question was "is there(a)fatal sin?" I may have been wrong but I thought the question was "a sin." I did not think of 1 John 5:16. In my Greek studies and other commentaries I have always been told there is no single article there to assume or otherwise. The Greek word "tis" in verse 16 is an indefinite pronoun (any man) but I fail to see what "tis" (Strong's #5100) has to do with sin or "a sin?" Are you leaning in the direction that "a sin," meaning a single sin, could result in God taking our life? | ||||||
63 | No reprobates in the Bible? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186873 | ||
It's aorist indicative passive, and is a "one time action." Hope this clarifies? |
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64 | Is Jesus "equal to god"? | Phil 2:6 | Psalm 25 | 186866 | ||
John 14:9 is where Jesus tells Philip "if you have seen me you have seen the Father." The entire book of John refers to Jesus as God. He is not just "equal" He is just as much God. The first chapter of St. John clearly shows Jesus as "Creator-God." (except in the JW version)The reason the pharisees and synagogue officials were out to kill Jesus is because He made Himself equal to the Father-God. John 1:3 clearly shows that "Jesus was the creator of all things." The doctrine of the trinity declares that each are equally God in Themselves. | ||||||
65 | Tribulation---7 years long? | Dan 12:11 | Psalm 25 | 186865 | ||
Daniel 12:11 is the first half of the 7 years while Revelation 11:3 is the second half. Two distinct periods that total 7 years. Daniel 12:12 says "1335 days"(as compared to 1290 in verse 11) and refers to those who were saved during the tribulation and will enter the 1000 year reign of Christ. The differnece between Daniel 12:11 and verse 12 is only 45 days indicating a period of time between tribulation and the beginning of the 1000 year reign. The two witnesses are up for some debate as to who they are; perhaps Elijah and Moses. | ||||||
66 | Why is it not relevant today? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186864 | ||
Again, to keep it in context, which so many do not do today,we need to look at the Greek word for blasphemy;what does it mean? The word is "blasphemia" and means "a verbal abuse against someone and denotes the very worst type of slander." So when the pharisees said that Jesus performed miracles "by the power of Beelzebub" (Satan) they slandered the Holy Spirit giving Satan the credit instead of the Holy Spirit. Similar to saying evolution is to be credited for creation and denying that God was the creator. In a similar sense evolution is blaspheming God and giving credit to "spontaneous generation." | ||||||
67 | taking care of the Church | Matt 16:18 | Psalm 25 | 186859 | ||
In the Greek the word for church is "ekklesia" and means "the called out ones," or "to call out." It has nothing to do with a building and is refering to God's people or "those He has called out." Financially speaking there are many references to supporting the ministries and ministers as well as brothers and sisters "in need." 2 Corinthians chapters 8 and 9 are good for review. | ||||||
68 | Tribulation---7 years long? | Dan 12:11 | Psalm 25 | 186855 | ||
Yes, Daniel 12:11 indicates the first 3 1/2 years and Revelations 11:3 describe the last 3 1/2 years | ||||||
69 | millennium pre and post | Rev 20:5 | Psalm 25 | 186846 | ||
The rapture position: Believers will be "taken up" at the beginning of the 7 years of tribulation. We will be with Christ during this time.It is referred to as "the wedding feast." At the end of the 7 years we will return to earth to rule and reign with Christ for 1000 years. The final judgment will occur at the end of the 1000 years. Christians will be at the "bema seat of Christ" to determine rewards. The lost, or unsaved will be judged "according to their works," which will fall short since they did not trust in Jesus and recieve the free gift of eternal life through Him. They will be cast into the lake of fire forever and the believers will enter their final rest and be with Jesus forever. The rest of the dead refer to those who died without Christ at the end of the 7 years of tribulation and are awaiting judgment. | ||||||
70 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | Psalm 25 | 186845 | ||
No, you're not wrong.The Bible is the only infallable truth. However,we all use the Bible "to prove our point." I too have utmost confidence in what I believe. All that any Christian can do is ask the Holy Spirit to guide them.But, the only way any of us can discern error from truth is "study both sides." The first place, I think, is to look at church history as far back as possible. It is my opinion that Christians who have maintained the "calvinist view" have strayed far less than the free will or arminian view. All five points that the arminian view express is the "exact opposite" of the calvinist view. What each person must do is look at each point "individually" and see if it lines up with scripture.The Greek text, being the original, is the only way to get to the bottom line. I am not a Greek expert but I do have the tools to study the Greek. Unfortunately, a study of these debated areas will leave the arminians with nothing to stand on. I have done so through many many scriptures for many years. As I said earlier, I started out as free will as can be. One such proof text regarding the eternal security of the believer is Ephesians 1:13: "In Him, you also, after listening to the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation--having also believed, you were sealed in Him with the Holy Spirit of promice." (NASB) In the Greek "sealed in Him" is an action from eternity past to eternity future. God has sealed the believer in the Holy Spirit from eternity past. Salvation is not eternal if it can be lost. What God has sealed can not be undone. So, therefore, if we can disprove one point of arminism where does that leave the other points? Joseph Arminius was branded "a heretic" by all on the council. Also, I don't think you will find a single, respected, Greek scholar today who is arminian. If you can I would (sincerely) like to see his arguement from the Greek text. | ||||||
71 | Please define calvin and armini | Bible general Archive 3 | Psalm 25 | 186841 | ||
Scroll down the page and look for "Calvin and Armini." This subject has been discussed for several days. The original question was asked by "God's-elect." | ||||||
72 | Why is it not relevant today? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186832 | ||
If we keep Matt. 12:31 in context the pharisees refused to acknowledge Jesus as "the Son of God," and were therfore attributing His miracles as originating from Satan rather than from God. They only had two choices, either Jesus was "from God the Father" or He was not. If He was not then He got His power from the devil. The reason it is not relevant today is it was directly addressed to the pharisees as "they were the ones blaspheming the Holy Spirit giving credit for the miracles to Satan." The reason it was unforgivable is they did not believe in Jesus as being the Son of God. The one and only unforgivable sin is refusing to believe in Jesus. | ||||||
73 | No reprobates in the Bible? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186827 | ||
Good morning Steve, The fundamental question,"is salvation in our hands or God's? Can a truly born-again person lose their salvation? Is it "eternal" or "conditional?" I rest my case on Ephesians 1:13: "In Him, you also, after listening to the message of truth, the gospel of you salvation--having also believed, you were sealed in Him with the Holy Spirit of promice." (NASB) In the Greek "sealed in Him" is an action from eternity past to eternity future. Therefore, based on the original Greek text, it is impossible for a believer "who is sealed by the Holy Spirit," to become "unsealed" as it is in God's hand and not ours. |
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74 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | Psalm 25 | 186826 | ||
Please forgive me, I apologize to all.... I had no idea what I was getting into! I made some assertions that were poorly worded and misunderstood.I lashed back at several respondents. I was wrong in my assesments and my responses. I violated 1 Cor 13, please forgive me. Next time around I will choose my words carefully and respectfully.I had no intention of demeaning any one person's views or them personally. I am still very confused! I thought I was addressing the young man's questions and had no idea I would have to answer to everyone out there? Why don't we address the issues and try to help instead of finding it necessary to "tear apart" each other? (which admittedly I too got caught up in) |
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75 | i don't understand colossians | Colossians | Psalm 25 | 186798 | ||
Could you be more specific as the book of Colossians addresses numerous issues? |
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76 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | Psalm 25 | 186794 | ||
Again, I say, my Christian friend read 1 Corinthians 13......what I saw was an attack on a new Christian and my response was to him,not you. And by the way "who put you in charge?" | ||||||
77 | What is a fatal sin? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186793 | ||
There is no "one" sin nor is there anything that can not be forgiven. Remember, King David committed adultry and murder (of Uriah). The book of James states "there is sin leading to death." Notice it does not say "a sin." In the Greek it's "sin" not "a sin." What James is indicating is "a contineous life style of sin." And remember a born again Christian can "never" lose their salvation. | ||||||
78 | What is Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit? | Matt 12:31 | Psalm 25 | 186790 | ||
The pharisees were attributing the miracles of Jesus to Satan. They were saying that Jesus got His power from Satan rather than from God. This is the only way the sin of blasphemy can occur and is not relevent to today. | ||||||
79 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | Psalm 25 | 186785 | ||
Dear God's elect: I am so sorry you have been misunderstood. Seems like many respondants have "attacked you" rather than try to help. Shame on them! It is very confusing and I understand your frustration, too bad those that have responded to you havn't studied 1 Corinthians 13...Trust the Lord and He will guide you into all truth if you allow Him to. However, I must say that you will never find truth (especially today) if you don't seek it earnestly. God Bless | ||||||
80 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | Psalm 25 | 186784 | ||
After reviewing some of the responses to your question I feel "I must respond." The debate (if you want to call it that!) between the calvinist view verses the arminian "IS ABSOLUTELY PARAMOUNT!" The arminian "freewill" view is very damaging and distructive! God's honor and sovereignty are being destroyed by the freewill mentality.I have thoroughly, for many years, studied both sides. I started off being freewill.I was taught contempt for calvinists. For a person to study their Bible with a "freewill mentality" will greatly distort their entire outlook and create many many confustions about God and His purposes. The freewill view will leave you many unanswered questions, many! The calvinist view answers "all of them." Our carnal nature refuses to acknowledge God's sovereignty, thus man had to come up with "an out." | ||||||
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