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681 | Sufism | John 14:6 | humbledbyhisgrace | 176040 | ||
Greetings Ocelot! I would have to guess your "friend" neither understands what a Christian is nor a sufi. If they did then they would have no trouble understanding they are not compatible. You should not be surprised at the fact a sufi would claim compatibility with Christianity. However, I would encourage you to keep in mind the enemy makes many false claims and spends much of the time trying to deceive. John 14:6 (NASB95) Jesus said* to him, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me. This one scripture alone is enough to discount any religion that teaches anything different (i.e. sufism). I'm no sufi expert! However, It doesn't take long to browse the net and find the teachings and it doesn't take long to see they are not biblical. You will also find the sufi practice has attempted to hijack many different religions including islam. Hummm... imagine that?!?!? Turn about is fair play so they say :-) God bless! Steve |
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682 | god shouldn't send people to hell. | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 171954 | ||
Greeting Brother, Great Post! God bless, Steve |
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683 | Divorce for no sexual life ever - OK? | Matt 19:9 | humbledbyhisgrace | 171067 | ||
Greetings justme! You said "I would like to remind anyone who reads this thread tha Paul said to the married not to deprive one another, because it makes us open to sin." How exactly does that give any weight to your argument? You are completely dogmatic in your post and not the first verse of scripture to back it up. Not to mention your assumption that sex is what draws someone's interest to the thread is unacceptable. Based on your own comments it appears the sex part is your only concern not that its what motivated others in the thread. " I think it is very unsensitive, and so legalistic to say this person should remain with a person who commited fraud in not telling their furture partner of his inability before taking any vows. For those who would put such a burden on someone saying they are doomed in such a situation, remind me of the religious leaders Jesus was attempting to get them to see the light." You think it is, but where in scripture do you base your opinion? Is your feelings what should guide others on this matter? Also, who are you to condemn anyone because you disagree with them? At least others who have worked through the discussion have pointed to scripture. Right or wrong in their interpretation at least they are looking to the word of God for the answers. You said " We would not dream of such a thing now. However if for what ever reason either partner does not want or can not consumate the marriage, then it is not a marriage, and it should be desolved if either is unhappy and feels they are not married with out sexual union." Question, what is there to dissolve if there is not a marriage? And where do you find that teaching in scripture? Your post is completely full of your own opinion and made-up doctrine based on your own feelings of how things should be. At least without scripture to backup your arguments who do you really expect to take you serious? Steve PS. Just so you know, there are some (at least there is one, me!) that is following along with this thread to better understand what the word of God has to say on this issue. So far, there appears to be two opinions. One side of the discussion points to scripture the other simply gives unfounded personal opinions. Humm.... |
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684 | Forgiven or not Forgiven? | Acts 5:31 | humbledbyhisgrace | 170304 | ||
Greetings Brother! I would agree we are not forgiven because of remorse or sorrow or guilt but rather because repentance is a gift from God (Acts 5:31, Acts 11:18). Is it not the remorse, sorrow, guilt, etc... and understanding of whom we have sinned against that leads us to repent? Steve |
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685 | secular vs. godly | Rom 10:9 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169834 | ||
As an Independent Baptist? Does this mean you think there are certain scriptures for Independent Baptist? Romans 6:23, John 14:6, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Romans 10:9-10 and on and on... Here's some more Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Romans 5:8, Romans 10:9-10, and Romans 5:1-6 Brother there are so many verses one can share that for a believer speaks loud and clear the message of Christ. My guess is you already know them yourself. What are the best? Well, in my opinion they are all God's words so they are all worth sharing with her. But keep in mind these verses which are for you - Hebrews 4:12, Isaiah 55:11, Romans 10:17 PS. These are not offered as an Independent Baptist but as a Christian Brother! When you are talking about the salvation of another your not going to find it in a denomination. The word of God is clear on this, salvation comes through Christ alone! May God bless you and your daughter, Steve |
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686 | Decisional regeneration? | Acts 2:38 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169777 | ||
Hey Brother, Yes, they are great verses and yes, I will stand with you and shout that we are blessed and He is a "fantastic" Saviour! Quick question, what was it I said that you are elaborating on? |
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687 | Decisional regeneration? | Acts 2:38 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169748 | ||
Hey Brother, I hear what your saying and I would agree with you that we should stay with the scripture (Romans 10:17). I think many times some tend to try and sum up what the scripture says and we tend to use catch phrases that have been introduced throughout time. I guess I should not speak as if I know the motivation or reasoning of other men but I do believe in the power of God's word (Hebrews 4:12, Isaiah 55:11) and have experienced it myself so I personally would agree repeating it as it is written is the way it should be delivered. We need not fear the lack of understanding on the part of another because we know that without God revealing His truth to us we will never understand it to the point of belief unless He Himself opens our heart to it and draws us to Him and gives us the faith to believe (John 6:44-45 Romans 12:3, Ephesians 2:8). You said "I know that people mean well but that just isn’t the way to be saved. Ephes. 2:8 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:" This scripture does not exactly tell someone how to be saved either (Was that your point or am I misinterpreting you?). It tells them they are saved by faith, but faith in what? It tells them that it is nothing they do on their own but that it's a gift from God. Isn't this scripture speaking to those already saved? Is it required that someone know and understand that salvation is a gift from God before they receive this gift or is the fact they know and understand that Christ died for their sins and was buried and that He was raised on the third day and that they believe this in their heart and confess Him as Lord that is important? How could one ever understand the depth of the gift of salvation without first having God reveal it to them? Forgive me if I've drifted off subject and/or misinterpreted you. Your Brother in Christ, Steve |
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688 | 2 Timothy 2:15 | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169660 | ||
I understand what you are saying! But I would encourage you to think about accepting another's opinion as truth. Always compare it with scripture! And when someone like lionheart or the pastors spoken of offer you scripture reference as answers thank God He has sent someone to you to point to His truth and not someone more interested in giving you an opinion. There is a difference! Searcher recommended a good web site for information along the lines of what you are asking and I think you will find it a good source of the distinctive teachings of many of the more popular false gospels. I want to use something you said as an example of why there is nothing more important then God's word to guide you and why you should rejoice when someone points you to scripture instead of giving you simple short answers to satisfy your question. You said " I have spoken with some Johova wittness people, they can also quote what the Bible says just like you and lionheart did and yet that is not enough to show that what actually they believe because their gospel is so close..." If you know the word of God and know the gospel as it is taught in the word of God, you will see that what the Jehovah Witness teach is not even close to what the word of God teaches. As a matter of fact, they have it so wrong I'm surprised they spelled Jesus correctly. It's when you don't know what the word of God teaches that you can and will be deceived. I hope you understand where I am coming from. I only wish to encourage you in seeking God's word as your guide even when you trust the source of the information you receive. God bless, Steve |
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689 | 2 Timothy 2:15 | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169622 | ||
Hello calmrage! You have made some interesting comments regarding lionheart's post in which he was trying to help you. You said " I hope you understand.. I know you were trying to make a point. However, I think it may only make people hard to understand what you are trying to say even though you use a lot of verses as reference. However, they are not what people want to know. " " You remind me of some pastors. In order to show how well they know about the Bible. Regardless of what the questions, they will make a big circle of long statements and at the end I was thinking.. For that question, it coule be answer in 1 minute which they can spend 15 minutes trying to make a point. Was that my question??? Or was I not directly enough??? " Be glad brother lionheart and the pastors you speak of do not give you a simple answer from a man's point of view. They know the importance and value of God's word and that this is where the truth comes from. And you are right, many times this is not "what people want to know". But this is a sign of a mature Christian not a show off. A mature Christian will point you to the scriptures so that the word of God is your guide and not their opinion. Think about that! Would you be more comfortable with lionhearts answer if he would have simply given his opinion and said yes or no to your question or the fact he guides you to scripture so you can see for yourself what the word of God has to say? You said "A Christian look alike (Mormon or Johovah witness) knocked on the door and say "Knock and ye should find "and spread the so called gospel, we believe? They say thngs so close to the truth... we believe??? " Read Galatians 1:6-10 and then read lionhearts post again. Notice his maturity in Christ as he points you to the word of God so that you may know the truth taught to you by God and not by man. You said "Again, simple question needs simple answer...." No. All questions should be seeking the truth regardless if the answer is simple or not. Your Brother in Christ, Steve |
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690 | United Nations of religious groups? | Eph 4:4 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169515 | ||
"There is ONE bridge all other ways fall short." Amen Brother! And it was designed and paid for by the Master Himself. When I read this article I could only imagine the twisted agendas and teachings that would develop from such a group. It will be interesting to watch and see who will join. Steve |
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691 | United Nations of religious groups? | Eph 4:4 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169467 | ||
United Nations of religious groups "At the opening ceremony Rabbi Yona Metzger said his idea of a "United Nations of religious groups" could "bring a bridge between religions to help the bridge of the diplomatic way". Rabbi calls for 'UN of religions' http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/4800194.stm Some may see this as a good thing. I for one think about the affects this could have on the "Common Faith" Paul speaks about in Titus 1:4 and the "Common Salvation" Jude speaks about in Jude 1:3. Ephesians 4:4-6 I see no need for bridges! What say you? |
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692 | Appointed times, habitation boundaries | Acts 17:26 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169343 | ||
Hey Brother! I would agree that knowing this is how God designed it, that this way was His will for it to be like this helps us that know Him already. But that doesn't address those that don't know Him. Verse 27 NASB, "that they would seek God, if perhaps they might grope for Him and find Him..." Wouldn't this mean they did not know Him? If so, then there is something about being split into nations that give cause to mankind to seek God. Genesis 11:1-9 helped clear that up for me. There may be more to this then I yet understand. But this passage of scripture helps me better understand why. For as one people they were looking to themselves and in danger of foolishly thinking they could do all things for themselves. God's commandment to man was to "Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth." (Genesis 9:1). Yet mankind was attempting to prevent themselves from being "scattered abroad over the face of the whole earth." (Genesis 11:4). God had a reason for scattering mankind over His earth. According to Genesis 11:27, it was so we may seek God and possibly we might find Him. Genesis 11:6 NASB "The LORD said, 'Behold, they are one people, and they all have the same language. And this is what they began to do, and now nothing which they purpose to do will be impossible for them'." Mankind was turning to self and not seeking God. Left to our own we would think there no need for God. The scriptures point to that. But there is something about mankind being separated into different nations that give cause to us seeking God. It's possible that the struggles of different nations and the conflicts between nations are good examples to us (mankind) that we are but men and there is something much bigger out there that is responsible for all we see and know. Steve |
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693 | Appointed times, habitation boundaries | Acts 17:26 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169335 | ||
Thanks! Just so you know, my struggle was trying to understand why the appointed times and habitation boundaries would cause mankind to seek God. I did not doubt that they would because the scriptures say this is why God did it that way. I was just trying to understand how this would cause mankind to seek God. Genesis 11:1-9 helps explain this! Again, thanks for your feedback! Steve |
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694 | Appointed times, habitation boundaries | Acts 17:26 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169316 | ||
Hello ldaw942 and thank you for taking the time to respond! I really do appreciate you trying to help me understand this. God Bless! Steve |
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695 | Appointed times, habitation boundaries | Acts 17:26 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169264 | ||
Am I reading this correctly (Acts 17:26-27)? Is this saying that the appointed times and habitation boundaries are designed to cause mankind to seek God? If so, what is it about the appointed times and habitation boundaries that give cause for mankind to seek God? | ||||||
696 | Every NATION or every PERSON? | Matt 24:14 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169163 | ||
Thanks kalos! What a blessing to have such a resource as this forum to share and learn from brothers and sisters in Christ! As I have said in the past, I don't post much but I read it daily learning as much as I can. Jeff's post helped clear this up for me. Actually, when I posted I expected to learn something. I always do :-) I'm thankful that I have learned more about God's word and I'm so, so thankful Paul heard and understood! God bless and thank you for your kind words and help! Steve |
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697 | Every NATION or every PERSON? | Matt 24:14 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169162 | ||
We shall praise God together then because knowing myself, if I'm a blessing to anyone it is only because of our Lord! Thank you brother for the encouragement! |
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698 | Every NATION or every PERSON? | Matt 24:14 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169154 | ||
Maybe I'm wrong but I would say voice was the best interpretation. After all, Jesus was speaking to Saul. That's a voice regardless if it's understood or not. :-) However, Acts 22:9 does help explain the whole thing to me if you use the NASB, ESV, etc... The KJV is a bit misleading to the uneducated reader in that it sounds as if they did not hear the voice according to Acts 22:9 KJV yet Acts 9:7 KJV says just the opposite. Acts 9:7 KJV "And the men which journeyed with him stood speechless, hearing a voice, but seeing no man." Acts 22:9 KJV "And they that were with me saw indeed the light, and were afraid; but they heard not the voice of him that spake to me." Take note! I am not blaming the KJV for my inability to wrestle the truth from it's wording. I accept my own inadequacies and simply press on :-) A quick look at the NIV. Acts 9:7 NIV "The men traveling with Saul stood there speechless; they heard the sound but did not see anyone." Acts 22:9 NIV "My companions saw the light, but they did not understand the voice of him who was speaking to me." Hummm.... Thank God for the NASB, ESV, and Godly men called to be teachers! Thanks for the guidance! Steve |
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699 | Every NATION or every PERSON? | Matt 24:14 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169149 | ||
Greetings brother Jeff and God bless! You said "Consider the conversion of Paul (Saul). It was a very dramatic event. He was not alone. Yet in the company of men, he was the only one to hear the “voice” and “words” of Christ and be called. Why did the Lord not give all who were there the opportunity to hear and believe on that dusty road to Damascus? We can wonder, but it is not our place to question who and why God calls this one and that one He does not. " Acts 9:7 says "The men who traveled with him stood speechless, hearing the voice but seeing no one." I'm assuming by your statement that you mean Paul is the only one that Christ called. Is that correct? Also, the scriptures do not say the others were not called but it doesn't say they were either. So, does that mean the others were not given the opportunity to hear and believe? According to Acts 9:7 they did hear. God bless! Steve |
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700 | How Great is our God? | Ps 8:9 | humbledbyhisgrace | 169054 | ||
My dear brother, of course I don't mind. I posted this question just to see the thoughts and words of others try to explain the greatness of our Holy God! Not only do I not mind, but I thank you for your post! I find it hard to even come up with the words to describe Him. It seems to me that with all our words we cannot even begin to describe His greatness. Yet my spirit wants to proclaim it! Of course many others are much better with their words then I. For me, I have struggled with trying to find the words that will some how explain to others His greatness. Praise God for His word! Although the lost may read this and not see His greatness, I'm confident that my brothers and sisters in Christ will see His greatness through His word. 1 Samuel 2:2 NASB "There is no one holy like the LORD, Indeed, there is no one besides You, Nor is there any rock like our God." May we all come to know the depths of Your greatness Lord, grant us the ability to praise You in our hearts and in our words that You are glorified to all mankind. Amen! Steve |
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