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61 | Are women allowed to be pastors? | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 46746 | ||
Lets read this verse in context with the scripture around it. Sons and Heirs 26 For you are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus. 27For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. 28There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus. 29And if you are Christ's, then you are Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise. It is clear when we read this that it is telling us that since Christ came and died for the sins of all that those who follow Christ and have been obedient to His word have a right to the cleansing power of His blood. Further more this scripture fits perfectly with the following, Acts 10 34 Then Peter opened his mouth and said: "In truth I perceive that God shows no partiality Romans 2 11For there is no partiality with God. Galatians 2 6But from those who seemed to be something--whatever they were, it makes no difference to me; God shows personal favoritism to no man--for those who seemed to be something added nothing to me. In other words it doesn't matter if you are black, white, yellow, red, French, German, American, African, what ever or who ever you are, all are able to be saved if they are willing to obey the word of God. One of the best ways to give an example of this is with the Jewish nation. They thought that because they were Jews and desendants of Abraham that made them special in Gods eye. They were more concerned about "who" they were, than "what" God wanted them to be. John 8 32And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." 33They answered Him, "We are Abraham's descendants, and have never been in bondage to anyone. How can You say, "You will be made free'?" I hope I have answered you question. And please I would perfer that you did not look at the answer that I give you as insight. I merly took what the bible has said and give it to you. Raven |
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62 | I need a Dictionary of origen of words. | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 49236 | ||
If you are looking for bible words and there meaning try going to blueletterbible.com. It has a good concordance and also a dictionary. And there also is a Strongs concordance. | ||||||
63 | Age of accountability for children? | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 49306 | ||
Hello, I am a member of the church of Christ. This is a truh that we teach from the bible by examples that we read. Such as in the Old Testament 2 Samuel 12 13 And David said unto Nathan, I have sinned against the LORD. And Nathan said unto David, The LORD also hath put away thy sin; thou shalt not die. 14 Howbeit, because by this deed thou hast given great occasion to the enemies of the LORD to blaspheme, the child also that is born unto thee shall surely die. 15 And Nathan departed unto his house. And the LORD struck the child that Uriah's wife bare unto David, and it was very sick. Here we see that David by comitting a sin against God, the Lord causes the child to become very sick. Verse 18 18 And it came to pass on the seventh day, that the child died. Now if we believe that a child is a sinful being from birth, then we would have to say that this child when it died went to Hell. But read on, verse 23 But now he is dead, wherefore should I fast? can I bring him back again? I shall go to him, but he shall not return to me. Where do you think David meant he was going? We know that God chose David because he was a man after His own heart. Acts 13 22And when He had removed him, He raised up for them David as king, to whom also He gave testimony and said, "I have found David[1] the son of Jesse, a man after My own heart, who will do all My will. And though David sinned he repented of them. So by this we can only know that David and his son are both in Heaven today. Two more scriptures that prove that babies and infants are not vile sinful beings. Matthew 18 3and said, "Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 19 14But Jesus said, "Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of heaven." Jesus said this,are we suppose to think Jesus did not know what He was talking about? Speaking of unscriptual traditions that are not even found so as that we should speculate. Think about infant baptism. Thats where this "total depravity" thing lead to. There is no biblical reference to infant baptism, but the whole book of Acts shows and tells how we are to be saved. The question was even ask, Men and brethren what shall we do? And they were told to repent and be baptised. Now a baby can't ask that question. It does not know anything about sin or anything else for that matter until it grows up. And that is where the "age of accountability" comes from. This is not a biblical term but it is biblical in nature, for each man is accountable for his/her on actions. There is really no set age to when a child reaches this. Some might reach it by 10 others might be 15. But unless there is a mental problem with the child, by then they should know right from wrong and have entered into that time where they will be accountable for their actions. For the bible says, 2 Timothy 3 15and that from childhood you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you WISE FOR SALVATION through faith which is in Christ Jesus. I hope this has helped and if you have more questions please ask. Raven |
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64 | which nation actually resembles God? | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 49736 | ||
How do you know Jesus had light skin? Raven |
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65 | references on obtaining peace | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 49774 | ||
If you want a book that will help you in all aspects of life. Weather it be how we should live in view of what the bible has to say, all the way to how marriages should be. This book is the one. Each chapter of this 20 chp. book goes back to the bible and gives detail answers with scripture text to back it up. Some of the chapters are; Liberalism and Grace,Liberalism and Faith, Liberalism and Marriage. This is a book that everyone should read. Go to this web site: www.religiousupplies.com and search the name Frank Chesser, the name of the book is The Spirit if Liberalism. Raven |
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66 | trapped in marriage | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 49779 | ||
First of all, is the reason you have this dislike toward your husband due to an unfaithfulness in your previous marriage to him? If so did you divorce for that reason? Obviously you must have loved him at one point to have children. Have you spoke to your preacher about counseling? I think that you should also read Matthew 19:9. I think that you are trying to do the right thing for yourself scriptualy, just by knowing that you tried to reconcile yourself back to your husband. Have you ever read the scriptures in the bible that discuss marriage and divorce or is this knowledge that you know divorce is wrong just a feeling? My advice scriptualy to you is if your husband is a good man and is trying to do right, then it would be in your best interest to learn to love him. Luke 16 18 "(1) Everyone who divorces his wife and marries another commits adultery, and he who marries one who is divorced from a husband commits adultery. 1 Corinthians 7 11 (but if she does leave, she must remain unmarried, or else be reconciled to her husband), and that the husband should not divorce his wife. And lastly, I would hope before you do anything that you would buy a copy of the book I told you about. It would be ggod for you and your husband. Raven |
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67 | need for a bible-anyone | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 50100 | ||
I would be happy to help you with getting a bible. But first I would like to know more about you and your beliefs? Would please email me at tmrl98@yahoo.com and just tell me a little more about yourself and your situation? Raven |
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68 | which nation actually resembles God? | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 50108 | ||
Hello Aurrance, I see, so you were not certain of Jesus's skin color but because of pictures you took it to be the truth? We only know were Jesus was born, which was Bethlehem. But his parents were from a city in Galilee called Nazareth. Which is why sometimes Jesus is refered to as Jesus the Nazaren. Though it really does not matter of His skin color, it was probably close to the same as of those in that part of the world today. On another note I am sorry that you experienced such rude and vile behavior from some using the church as their on group of the select elect. I myself am a member of the Church of Christ and have no such bigotry or hatred for another human being. If you would like to know more about the Church, I believe that I have already given you my email address or if you would like we can continue to discuss it over the forum. 2 Peter 3 9The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us,[1] NOT WILLING THAT ANY SHOULD PERISH BUT THAT ALL should come to repentance. Hebrews 9 12Not with the blood of goats and calves, but with His own blood He entered the Most Holy Place ONCE FOR ALL, having obtained eternal redemption. Hope this helps, Raven |
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69 | need for a bible-anyone | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 50138 | ||
Hello Justme, Thank you for your comments. I would like to make a point though about your suggestion. I myself am a member of the Church of Christ and would by no means approve of another church or organization being a guide to this young lady. Though she has every right to make up her own mind as to how she plans to spend the rest of her eternity I would prefer that she knew all the bible has to say instead of those organizations that pick and choose. That would be like throwing the sheep to the wolves. I ask you with your Baptist background would send someone to a different faith where they would learn a different belief system? Of course not. Please understand that I am not trying to be ugly about this with you, I just want you and the others that read this to know where I stand. Jesus said; Matthew 7 The Narrow Way (1) 13 "Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. 14Because[1] narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it. You Will Know Them by Their Fruits (2) 15 "Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves. If I ask you who was the founder of your church who would you say that would be? If you ask me I could only give one answer and that would be Jesus Christ because He said, "I will build My church". No denomination can say that truthfully, because all denomiations add or subtract from the bible according to the traditions of men. Mark 7 7And in vain they worship Me, Teaching as doctrines the commandments of men. The bible teaches that there is only one. Ephesians 4 4There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called in one hope of your calling; 5one Lord, one faith, one baptism; 6one God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you[1] all. This is something that many can read, but seem to overlook and dismiss it. They also overlook, 1 Corinthians 1:10 Now I plead with you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. Galatians 1 Only One Gospel 6 I marvel that you are turning away so soon from Him who called you in the grace of Christ, to a different gospel, 7which is not another; but there are some who trouble you and want to pervert the gospel of Christ. 8But even if we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel to you than what we have preached to you, let him be accursed And lastly,Romans 16:17 Now I urge you, brethren, note those who cause divisions and offenses, contrary to the doctrine which you learned, and avoid them. 18For those who are such do not serve our Lord Jesus[1] Christ, but their own belly, and by smooth words and flattering speech deceive the hearts of the simple. Please try to research the things that I have said and set your feelings aside. Read what the bible says and do that, not what is contrary to the Word of God. I respect your viewpoint and I would hope that you will do the same for me. Your friend, Raven |
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70 | need for a bible-anyone | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 50221 | ||
Hello Hank, I would like to ask if you have ever looked thru the book or Romans? You said,"Salvation is by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone". I'll give you one out the three. But you see the other two can't hold water with scriptures like this; Romans 1 5Through Him we have received grace and apostleship for OBEDIENCE to the faith among all nations for His name, Romans 6 16Do you not know that to whom you present yourselves slaves to obey, you are that one's slaves whom you obey, whether of sin leading to death, or of OBEDIENCE leading to righteousness? Romans 16 26but now made manifest, and by the prophetic Scriptures made known to all nations, according to the commandment of the everlasting God, for OBEDIENCE to the faith-- Matthew 7 Build on the Rock (1) 24 "Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, AND DOES THEM, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock: 25and the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; and it did not fall, for it was founded on the rock. 26"But everyone who hears these sayings of Mine, and DOES NOT DO THEM, will be like a foolish man who built his house on the sand: James 1 22But be DOERS OF THE WORD, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. 23For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man observing his natural face in a mirror; 24for he observes himself, goes away, and immediately forgets what kind of man he was. 25But he who looks into the perfect law of liberty AND CONTINUES IN IT, and is not a forgetful hearer BUT A DOER OF THE WORK, this one will be blessed in what he does. James 2 Faith Without Works Is Dead (1) 14 What does it profit, my brethren, IF SOMEONE SAYS HE HAS FAITH BUT DOES NOT HAVE WORKS? CAN FAITH SAVE HIM? 15If a brother or sister is naked and destitute of daily food, 16and one of you says to them, "Depart in peace, be warmed and filled," but you do not give them the things which are needed for the body, what does it profit? 17THUS ALSO FAITH BY ITSELF, IF IT DOES NOT HAVE WORKS, IS DEAD.18But someone will say, "You have faith, and I have works." Show me your faith without your[1] works, and I will show you my faith by my[2] works. 19You believe that there is one God. You do well. Even the demons believe--and tremble! 20But do you want to know, O foolish man, that faith without works is dead?[3] 21Was not Abraham our father JUSTIFIED BY WORKS when he offered Isaac his son on the altar? 22DO YOU SEE THAT FAITH WAS WORKING TOGETHER WITH HIS WORKS, AND BY WORKS FAITH WAS MADE PERFECT? 23And the Scripture was fulfilled which says, "Abraham believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness."[4] And he was called the friend of God. 24You see then that a man is justified by works, AND NOT BY FAITH ONLY. 25Likewise, was not Rahab the harlot also JUSTIFIED BY WORKS when she received the messengers and sent them out another way? 26For as the body without the spirit is dead, so FAITH WITHOUT WORKS IS DEAD ALSO. Hank, why can you not read these few verses and and not know that faith only will not save anybody or anyone at anytime! Your friend, Raven |
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71 | need for a bible-anyone | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 50224 | ||
You wrote; There may have been no denominations in the first-century church, but we see the writings of the apostles battling false teaching left and right. This statement that you made pretty much sums up the answer that the church of Christ trys to live and grow by. The writings in the bible by the Apostles and prophets are our only guide. Jesus Christ is the Head of the Church. To put it plainly if the church of Christ that I know to be the true church of God that we have today is not the true church, then just by the standards set forth in the bible then we have lost the church and the whole of humanity and all are going to Hell. To know a denomination you can go to the scriptures and see if what they practice is in accordance with the New Testament. For instance, claping hands, musical instruments, chiors, solo's sung, women preachers, a single pastor for a preacher and deacons for him to rule over, do not teach water baptism for salvation, do not observe the Lord's Supper as the Apostles did on the first day of the week and so on..... I hope this has help your understanding of the churches of Christ. Just as you stated we try to fight false teaching and doctrine today just as we did then. Your friend, Raven |
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72 | need for a bible-anyone | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 50285 | ||
Good note!! Very good indeed!! Of course Jesus Christ was of no denomination. He infact was the chief cornerstone on which the church stands! Ephesians 2 Christ Our Cornerstone 19 Now, therefore, you are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, 20having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief cornerstone, 21in whom the whole building, being fitted together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord, Raven |
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73 | need for a bible-anyone | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 50363 | ||
Hello Hank, You really are blind to this aren't you? You wrote "Raven, how do you fit these clear-as-crystal verses, among others such as Joe cited, into your salvation equals faith plus works equation?" Can't you see that it is you who are trying to take away from the bible by not submitting to all of it? James 2 22DO YOU SEE THAT FAITH WAS WORKING TOGETHER WITH HIS WORKS, AND BY WORKS FAITH WAS MADE PERFECT? You have to accept it all Hank for "faith" to be valed. Raven |
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74 | need for a bible-anyone | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 50364 | ||
I give up. Though I do not agree with you because the case stands that the man of God will follow all the teachings of the bible not just the ones they can twist into their scheme of redemption!! Matthew 28 19Go therefore[1] and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20TEACHING THEM TO OBSERVE ALL THINGS THAT I HAVE COMMANDED YOU; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age." Amen Raven |
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75 | need for a bible-anyone | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 50372 | ||
Hello Justme, The things that I write in this forum, I try to give scriptual backings to everything I say. If not, it would be just me talking. The church of Christ which I am a member has only one purpose. And that is to glorify God by preaching His word to all. Which would be probably what you would say most churches try to do? But the conflict that I run into on this forum, is that no one wants all of what the bible says. Why do you suppose that is? Why can't people accept that Jesus told His disciples "repentance and remission of sins shall be preached in My name beginning at Jerusalem"?(Matt 28:19-20) Why when the Apostles were ask in Acts 2:37 "what shall we do?" and in Acts 2:38 the Apostles responded "repent and be baptised for the remission of sins" can people not believe it? Can you just answer why do most people on this forum not believe baptism is essential to being saved? Jesus commanded it?(Matt 28:19-20,Mark 16:15-16) Your friend, Raven |
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76 | need for a bible-anyone | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 50380 | ||
First Justme, I would ask, who is Martin Luther? Are you speaking of the "man" that started the Lutherian church? John 3:16, tell me if you "believe" "trust" "love" someone, would you not believe all their teachings? To answer your last question, I cannot judge, but two questions will be ask about you when you die. Did you obey the gospel of Christ? And did you live the Christian life? If either of these are no then I am sorry for nothing more can be done for you. Your friend in Christ, Raven |
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77 | need for a bible-anyone | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 50382 | ||
The church has always been since it was established. Though it may have been small and partly crushed due to Roman rule. You wrote, "The "Scripture" Paul was referring to here is the OLD Testament." Are you saying that the New Testament is not inspired. Joe it did not say Old Testament only, it said "ALL". Joe are you under the old or the new Testaments? Which one? Give an answer? The bible use many references from new to old and prophecies from old to new. But the church was established in the NEW! Just because God aloud something doesn't mean that is the way He wanted it. Case in point DIVORCE! Matthew 19 8He said to them, "Moses, because of the hardness of your hearts, permitted you to divorce your wives, but from the beginning it was not so. Raven |
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78 | need for a bible-anyone | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 50389 | ||
Ok then answer this and I will rest. Do you believe baptism for the remission of sins is essential to being saved? The bible teaches it. And these are the kinds of works I am refering to. Raven |
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79 | need for a bible-anyone | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 50391 | ||
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80 | need for a bible-anyone | Bible general Archive 1 | RAVEN | 50478 | ||
Dear Justme, I am glad that we can continue our discussion. You wrote:If we carry your thinking then shouln not women be silent and in this foeum find out id we are addressing a man, and not instruct him? No, not altogether. This passage in the bible that you refer to is addressing the matter of worship not discussion. 1 Corinthians 14 34Let your[1] women keep silent in the churches, also 1 Timothy 2 12And I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority over a man, but to be in silence. Women fill a very important roll in the church. They teach the children, keep in touch with the shut-ins and also coordinate any activity that will take place on the church grounds etc. Women are just not to take a leadership role in worship service. Examples would be preaching where capable men are present, song leading, and leading a prayer. You wrote:In all sincerity, what about the thief on the cross? I get the question a lot. Jesus had not yet died. Therefore He had not been raised either. By all rights the thief on the cross was still under the Mosaic Law. But because Jesus was not yet dead He could see the mans heart and new he had repented of his deeds, so Jesus did for him just as He did for all the others before He died who believed on Him, He forgave him and the scriptures say took him to paradise. Luke 23:43 You wrote:Also I once visited a lady in a cancer ward. she was near death, she praid to repant of her sins, and asked Christ to be her Lord. She died quite soon after. What happened to her soul? It is hard for someone to accept it when a person dies. They see the person in pain and feel that God will soon take them and their pain will be all over and they will go to be with the Lord. But the bible teaches that for a person to receive that crown of glory they must be obedient to the faith (Rom 16:8) and observe all things that Jesus taught (Matt 28:20)if this was not the case then its to late. You wrote:Our pastor sprinkled her as a sign of what baptism is. He made it clear it was not baptism, but she had some peace. Baptism as you know means to be emersed. The bible says we are BURIED with our Lord in Baptism. Romans 6 4Therefore we were buried with Him through baptism into death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. Colossians 2 12buried with Him in baptism, in which you also were raised with Him through faith in the working of God, who raised Him from the dead. Sprinkling water on someone is no more concidered baptism than if you sprinkle a few grains of sand on a casket and call them buried. This act that your pastor did was not scriptual for one, and merly while she was still alive gave her some peace. But by no means did it constitute her being saved from her sins. For not only is baptism scriptual it has to be administerd scriptual. And that means "for the remission of sins" I hope I have answered your questions and also I hope we can discuss future questions as well. Your friend in Christ, Raven |
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