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61 | will we die if we charge interest? | Deut 23:20 | Timothy Paul | 47066 | ||
Ezekiel 18:8,13,17 warn against charging interest. How does this apply to the banking industry? I think not, but what are the differences? What about a small payday loan for a co-worker? | ||||||
62 | how old was david when he killed goliath | 1 Sam 17:33 | Timothy Paul | 51695 | ||
Greetings, Here we find, in 1 Samuel Chapter 17, a firm case of the humble being exalted. he was but a youth, a shepherd, never in the wars,due to his young age, but he had done as much as the killing of Goliath called for, for he had spirit and strength enough to subdue a lion once and another time a bear that robbed him of his lambs, v. 34–36. His father was old,(vs 12), and he had three older brothers. I would gather him to be in his middle teens.This is as close as I can get to the age of David, I hope it helps. sincerely, Tim |
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63 | 2Sam 9:4 | 2 Sam 17:27 | Timothy Paul | 64658 | ||
Patience, Hi and welcome, here is what I could find on the city you asked about Lo-debar, a place that presumably was beyond the Jordan river. Lo-debar Meaning: no pasture a town in Gilead not far from Mahanaim (2 Sam. 17:27), north of the Jabbok (9:4, 5) It is probably identical with Debir (Josh. 13:26). |
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64 | Do you own a TNIV? | 2 Sam 21:19 | Timothy Paul | 68160 | ||
Dear justme, I have some experience with a NIV, as it was the required translation for a correspondance course that I took. The course and the NIV were both exceptional, then I met a proponent of the KJV who was a little too outspoken. This man showed me many differences between the KJV and the NIV, which have since led me to treat many "newer translaions" with due caution. Since most of us know of the story where David kills Goliath, Yet, for instance, the above verse in the KJV reads, And there was again a battle in Gob with the Philistines, where Elhanan the son of Jaareoregim, a Bethlehemite, slew [the brother of] Goliath the Gittite, the staff of whose spear [was] like a weaver's beam. I hope this helps you, without trying to stir up contention, for I truly do like the NIV for reading purposes. Bless You, Tim |
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65 | what do you think 1 kings 22 is about? | 1 Kings | Timothy Paul | 39631 | ||
THIS CHAPTER FINISHES THE HISTORY OF AHAB'S REIGN.IT WAS PROMISED AT THE END OF CH.21 THAT THE RUIN OF HIS HOUSE WILL NOT COME IN HIS DAYS, BUT HIS DAYS WERE NEAR THE END. WE HAVE AN ACCOUNT OF HIS WAR WITH THE SYRIANS AT RAMOTH-GILEAD IN THIS CHAPTER. THIS COMES FROM MATHEW HENRY'S COMMENTARY, I HOPE IT ENLIGHTENS YOU AND SPURS FURTHER STUDY. TIM | ||||||
66 | Who succeeded Solomon as king of Israel? | 1 Kin 11:43 | Timothy Paul | 55390 | ||
Dear angelface, here is the verse to supply your answer, to read it in context, I suggest 1Ki. 11:40-43.The only thing I could find to add to the verse above is from C.H. Spurgeon, who writes: After great mountains there usually come low hills. After Solomon comes Rehoboam. Grace does not run in the blood, we may be sure, for even human wisdom does not descend from father to son. There is no necessary transmission of gifts and talents, much less of grace, from one generation to another. |
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67 | The Bible and Science, #2 | Job 26:7 | Timothy Paul | 51456 | ||
Hi Parable, Thank you for bringing this to my attention. The first half mentions the north, and in 9:9 the south is mentioned, along with three constellations of stars in the heavens. God has made these wonders to be what they are, and made our curiosity to wonder at them, something that other beasts are incapable of. God's word continually places my heart in awe and wonder. Grace, Peace and Blessings, Tim |
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68 | What is the longest book of the Bible | Psalm | Timothy Paul | 70021 | ||
The Center of the Bible This is pretty strange or odd how it worked out this way. Even if you are not religious you should read this. What is the shortest chapter in the Bible? Answer - Psalms 117 What is the longest chapter in the Bible? Answer - Psalms 119 Which chapter is in the center of the Bible? Answer - Psalms 118 Fact: There are 594 chapters before Psalms 118 Fact: There are 594 chapters after Psalms 118 Add these numbers up and you get 1188. What is the center verse in the Bible? Answer - Psalms 118:8 Does this verse say something significant about God's perfect will for our lives? The next time someone says they would like to find God's perfect will for their lives and that they want to be in the center of His will, just send them to the center of His Word! Psalms 118:8 (NKJV) -- "It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man." Now isn't that odd how this worked out (or was God in the center of it)? Amen and Bless You all ! tim |
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69 | Heart and mind | Ps 26:2 | Timothy Paul | 65168 | ||
Dear Eagle11, They are both to be exercised (along with the soul) in the display of our love for God. See, Matt. 22:37,Jesus replied: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind." The companion verses are,Mark 12:30 and Luke 10:27 |
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70 | What does this verse mean? | Ps 37:1 | Timothy Paul | 44696 | ||
DO NOT BE AFRAID OF WHAT MAN CAN DO TO YOU, PUT YOUR FAITH IN GOD. BE NOT ENVIOUS, THOUGH THEY MAY APPEAR TO BE QUITE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS WORLD WHILE PRACTICING THEIR UNDERHANDED SCHEMES, FOR THEY SHALL BE JUDGED |
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71 | explain Psalms 62 for me please.Juel | Ps 62:1 | Timothy Paul | 55456 | ||
Juel, Matthew Henry Commentary is where I turn when I'm looking for explanations. Here is a sample of his from Psalm 62: "This psalm has nothing in it directly either of prayer or praise, nor does it appear upon what occasion it was penned, nor whether upon any particular occasion, whether mournful or joyful. But in it, I. David with a great deal of pleasure professes his own confidence in God and dependence upon him, and encourages himself to continue waiting on him (v. 1-7). II. With a great deal of earnestness he excites and encourages others to trust in God likewise, and not in any creature (v. 8–12). In singing it we should stir up ourselves to wait on God." Peace and blessings, Tim |
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72 | Shall or Will? | Ps 119:48 | Timothy Paul | 67098 | ||
Belyn, Thank you for the question that has prompted me to study and learn much about our Lord's inspired word. Your question got me to thinking, about how to get past the translations and find out how the original authors intentions were meant to be read. I found a good site that I would like to share with you, and a brief description follows. http://bible.crosswalk.com/Lexicons/Hebrew/ Using the Lexicons: The Hebrew Lexicon has been designed to help the user understand the original text of the Bible. By using the Strong's version of the Bible, the user can gain a deeper knowledge of the passage being studied. 'Crosswalk' has many other references available that are linked to this site. Thank you again for helping me to find these valuable tools, may God Bless you. Tim |
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73 | Shall or Will? | Ps 119:48 | Timothy Paul | 67238 | ||
You are most welcome, Belyn, but I can hardly accept credit when the Reverend Spurgeon gave you the enlightenment. Praise God for sites like this forum and so many others. If you are a fan of Spurgeon, may I suggest you look up; The Spurgeon Archive found at; http://www.spurgeon.org/mainpage.htm Happy Hunting, May God Bless You and Your Efforts, Tim I will fetch my knowledge from afar, and will ascribe righteousness to my Maker. (Job 36:3) Whom shall he teach knowledge? and whom shall he make to understand doctrine? [them that are] weaned from the milk, [and] drawn from the breasts. (Isa 28:9) |
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74 | Was David physiacally/spiritually vexed? | Ps 119:83 | Timothy Paul | 59067 | ||
In addition to our brother Makarios' splendid post, let me add some thoughts from my most favorite commentator, Matthew Henry (?- 1714). Also, to keep in harmony with Makarios, I suggest you substitute "the psalmist", as the author wherever David is given (supposed) credit: "David begs God would make haste to comfort him, 1. Because his affliction was great, and therefore he was an object of God’s pity: Lord, make haste to help me, for I have become like a bottle in the smoke, a leathern bottle, which, if it hung any while in the smoke, was not only blackened with soot, but dried, and parched, and shrivelled up. David was thus wasted by age, and sickness, and sorrow. See how affliction will mortify the strongest and stoutest of men! David had been of a ruddy countenance, as fresh as a rose; but now he is withered, his colour is gone, his cheeks are furrowed. Thus does man’s beauty consume under God’s rebukes, as a moth fretting a garment. A bottle, when it is thus wrinkled with smoke, is thrown by, and there is no more use of it. Who will put wine into such old bottles? Thus was David, in his low estate, looked upon as a despised broken vessel, and as a vessel in which there was no pleasure. Good men, when they are drooping and melancholy, sometimes think themselves more slighted than really they are. 2. Because, though his affliction was great, yet it had not driven him from his duty, and therefore he was within the reach of God’s promise: Yet do I not forget thy statutes. Whatever our outward condition is we must not cool in our affection to the word of God, nor let that slip out of our minds; no care, no grief, must crowd that out. As some drink and forget the law (Prov. 31:5), so others weep and forget the law; but we must in every condition, both prosperous and adverse, have the things of God in remembrance; and, if we be mindful of God’s statutes, we may pray and hope that he will be mindful of our sorrows, though for a time he seems to forget us." Matthew Henry. I hope this adds some assistance (o: Sincerely, Tim |
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75 | Was David physiacally/spiritually vexed? | Ps 119:83 | Timothy Paul | 59190 | ||
Thank you, Makarios. I am unable to take any credit however, but must transfer all credit to this excellent site we all share, as well as the blessedly inspired commentary by the late great Matthew Henry. Blessings in bounteous abundance to you, and all whom these posts may reach, in His Mighty and Glorious name, Jesus. Amen Tim |
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76 | Study Prov and Psm? | Ps 119:105 | Timothy Paul | 48078 | ||
Dear DJ7, There is a common method for reading Proverbs, I tried it and enjoyed it, then went on to deeper studies. It happens that there are 31 chapters in the Book of Proverbs. One for each day of the month, so it can be read according to the date, that is today's date is the 13th, so you would read chapter 13. If it were the 8th, you would read chapter 8. on the 30th, you read chapter 30 and if that is the last day of the month, you need to squeeze in chapter 31 somewhere, anybody have any ideas? This also works for the Book of Psalms, since there are 150 chapters. Although I have not done this, I have heard of people who read 3 chapters daily for each day of the month. This would amount to a lot to keep up with when you arrive at Chapter 119. here is some interesting information for someone about to embark on a journey through Psalms. Psalm 119, the longest Psalm, is the longest chapter in the Bible. Psalm 117 is the shortest, and in between the two is Psalm 118, which is the chapter of the exact center of the Bible, and it contains the exact center verse, vs 9, and the exact middle two words are "the Lord". It takes two words to be in the middle because the number of words is not an odd number. Some of my memory on this is a bit faint, so if anyone can correct me or add to this, please feel free and you are most welcome to do so. There are many other instances in which Psalms reveal the tremendous depth of God's insight and that there are many dimensions to His Word that we have only begun to realize. Praise Him and good luck with your studies! In His Grip, Tim |
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77 | Study Prov and Psm? | Ps 119:105 | Timothy Paul | 48102 | ||
DJ7, Thank you for your kind response. :o) Only God knows how much I love searching the scriptures for answers to life's questions. I want to thank you as well for the opportunity to serve our Lord by conversing with you about serving our Lord. Amen and Amen (Ps. 41:13 ; 89:52) |
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78 | can someone help me understand a parable | Ps 119:176 | Timothy Paul | 47927 | ||
Dear xxxxxkerrixxxx I enjoyed your question and turned to another lost sheep reference, Psalm 119:176, for three reasons. First, it is a confession: I have gone astray, or wander up and down, like a lost sheep. As unconverted sinners are like lost sheep (Lu. 15:4), so weak unsteady saints are like lost sheep, (Mt. 18:12,13.) We are apt to wander like sheep, and are unlikely to find our way once we have chosen the wrong fork in the road. Secondly,it is a request from a believer, to: Rescue me as a good shepherd seeks a wandering sheep to bring it back (Eze34:12.) "Lord, seek me, as I used to seek my sheep when they went astray;’’ for David had been himself a tender shepherd. Thirdly,. An obedient plea: "Though I have wandered, I did not intend to ignore your commandments. So he concludes the Psalm with a sense of remorse for his own sin and a renewed dependence on God’s grace. Now, these thoughts cannot be claimed by me, but I get a lot of my spiritual insight from Matthew Henry in his commentary written in the early 1700s. I took the liberty of editing the text for space and ease of reading. Many Blessings from a sheep who has wandered from afar. Tim |
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79 | Hope | Ps 130:5 | Timothy Paul | 60291 | ||
Excellent, Makarios, let me add some from TYNDALE"S Handbook of Bible Application: "A Christian's hope is based on God's faithfullness, Lev 26:44: And yet for all that, when they are in the land of their enemies, I will not spurn and cast them away, neither will I despise and abhor them to destroy them utterly and to break My covenant with them, for I am the Lord their God." Hope comes from trusting Christ, Mark 5:36: As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken, he saith unto the ruler of the synagogue, Be not afraid, only believe." Hope comes from remembering all that God has done for us, and it will become stronger as we rely on God during difficult times, Romans 5:1-5: Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; And patience, experience; and experience, hope: And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us." AND Lastly, hope grows as we remember the promise of the resurrection, 1Thes. 4:13: But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope." peace, Tim |
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80 | Hope | Ps 130:5 | Timothy Paul | 60317 | ||
My electronic friend and eternal brother, I HOPE you imagine correctly, and I HOPE we can continue w/such success, is that not the reason we log on? Good Night and God Bless, Tim |
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