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701 | In Jesus' name...except baptism? | Col 3:17 | charis | 965 | ||
Dear Xapis, I agree with your use of Colossians 2:12. Indeed, from God's point of view, baptism is not into a 'formula,' but by faith into Him. I have no intention of separating the Trinity. However, my point is the original scripture, Colossians 3:17 and the many scriptures in the New Testament the encourage us to live and hope in the name of Jesus. But, when it comes to water baptism, there is great controversy. In the Lord, this seems strange. Since tradition strongly favors those who use the accepted 'formula,' I have no 'earthly wisdom' to protect. I ask this from a sincere desire to serve my Lord Jesus. One of the most effective ways I know to serve Him is to study and observe the heart and actions of the apostles that actually walked with Jesus, and to pursue the same Spirit that they were led by. I know they were not infallible, but I also know that God gave us a record of their walk in faith that we might be strengthened and encouraged. I continue to ask, "All in Jesus' name...except baptism?" In Christ Jesus | ||||||
702 | Irreverence not cause enough? | Genesis | charis | 963 | ||
O melchizedekau, you can have it your way! Though I am sure that severe punishment for irreverence predates the Law, I can see that you have made up your mind that Ham was homosexual. Enjoy your opinion. I will continue to say that I find no evidence to support your conjecture in the Bible. Bless you in Christ Jesus. | ||||||
703 | (still) God created evil? | Genesis | charis | 962 | ||
I get it, melchizedekau. You are saying that God created an adversary for His plan. This same logic would be the same as a video game maker creating a good guy and a bad guy in order to have an interesting product. God made evil that we may escape it. If I create wealth, then I am responsible for the greed another may have toward that wealth. This is a twisted form of logic I am not familiar with. So, there is no good thing in us? In the same manner, there is no evil in us either. After all, God put it there, right? Flip Wilson would be very upset! Instead of, "The Devil made me do it!" it would be, "God made me do it!" After all, your logic states that God created evil, predestining me to perform it. Hung up on the word 'all' as meaning all sin, past, present and future, making our Lord the author of all evil is different than any doctrine I have ever heard. I have seen more evidence in the Bible that says there is no darkness (evil) in Jesus at 'all' than to the contrary. I can see that you are comfortable in your opinion, so enjoy it. In Christ Jesus, the Light of the world. | ||||||
704 | Is there no volition? | John 15:4 | charis | 948 | ||
Dear JVH0212, This week has been great for me because of your note. The reason is that the Spirit led me to repentance and peace through our little discussion. I believe that the Lord used you to help me, and I thank Him for you. Though I still disagree on some points here and there, I am sure that our discussing them like Christians is pleasing to God. I, too, look forward to 'talk about Jesus' with you and the esteemed colleagues involved in this forum. In Christ Jesus, charis | ||||||
705 | NOAH"S CURSED SON | Genesis | charis | 939 | ||
Amen, Radioman. Biblical and logical. | ||||||
706 | What is the spiritual gift of faith? | 1 Cor 12:9 | charis | 923 | ||
I'll give it a try. v.7 states that the gifts are for the common good, and nine gifts are listed. It is possible there are more than nine, but to the Corinthians Paul believed these were what they needed. Each gift must be real, and effective. Apparently, they are given at the discretion of the Spirit, and possibly as a lifelong responsibility, as a service to the body of Christ. So, the gift of faith is different from saving faith (as you both stated) and seems to be a gift to the church through a chosen believer, whose ministry is to share the gift when God tells him to. This might be called the ability to help someone believe in the grace, and the power of the Lord. I do not think these gifts are the 'property' of the believer, or that can be used 'at will.' Rather, God uses said believer to bless (encourage)His people at a time chosen by God. I'm being very careful how I describe my understanding of this, because I have seen so many abuses of these gifts. Usually called 'MY' gift, and often bandied about like a 'spiritual sixgun.' Hope this answers the question. In Jesus. | ||||||
707 | Irreverence, not homosexuality? | Genesis | charis | 897 | ||
Don't shout, my friend, I can hear you just fine. Please back this up with scripture. Also, your rather coarse comments seem to be saying that all boys are 'almost homosexual.' Peace upon you in the Spirit of Christ. | ||||||
708 | God created evil? | Genesis | charis | 895 | ||
I don't buy it, melchizedekau. I do believe that God created all things, But I cannot believe He created all attitudes, all sin, and all evil. Or are you saying he only a portion of evil? I don't buy that, either. The 'boundary' thing is a bit too thin, and too philosophical. This seems to be saying that God tempted Adam. Also, this would be saying that God created Satan for the purpose of evil. This sounds like a strange form of puppeteering or entertainment. I believe that God created Lucifer, but Lucifer created Satan. God created the darkeness (obscurity), but does this mean evil? 1 John 1:5 "And this is the message we have heard from Him and announce to you, that God is light, and in Him there is no darkness at all." So, either the Bible is contradictory (impossible!) or these two scriptures are both correct. I definitely lean toward God having no darkness at all, including the blame for evil. In Christ Jesus. |
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709 | sins of father repaid by son? | Genesis | charis | 886 | ||
Ric, The NASB says "...visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children..." and the context seems say that the sin of one generation is passed on to the next, by example, not as a sin debt owed to God for 4 generations. Indeed, for man left to his own devices, this does seem to be the case. However, Jesus came that we may break this cycle. Even sons of men who do not know God (hate Him), can be set free from the curse of sin. Better yet, our children can be even closer to God if we teach them that victory earlier than we knew it. Praise the Lord Jesus. |
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710 | Who are the twenty four elders? | Rev 19:4 | charis | 871 | ||
No offence taken, dlnash. Idioms are a wonderful means of communicating the heart. Actually, many students of English know more idioms than Americans! (But their misuse or abuse can be comical or tragic) On a side note: My Dad, a pilot, used to say, "There are no stupid machines, only stupid operators." They must not have had computers back then :-) | ||||||
711 | Why do we disagree? | 1 Thessalonians | charis | 841 | ||
Friends, the uncomfortable answer would be sin. Though saved by grace, we are still influenced by sin. Looking at the history of the church, it appears that many divisions (denominations) were brought about by pride, arrogance, greed, and selfishness. If we were to try to believe that denominations were created by further revelation, then the most recent divisions would be the best, the closest to God. I don't think so. The word denomination means of a different name. A name different than Jesus the Christ. Any time we add a name to Christ, we divide Him. I don't claim to know Him better than another, I just know that He cannot be pleased with division. I fervently pray for unity, and I believe this forum (communication) will help. In Jesus. | ||||||
712 | Who are the twenty four elders? | Rev 19:4 | charis | 836 | ||
Amen, my hyperbolist friend. I also believe that and deviation from truth should be called such and brought to the light of Christ. I, too, prefer the "pickles and rice" of Christian life. By the by, if you can help me get the software for a forum up and running in Japanese, I would be grateful ;-) Many blessings to you in Christ Jesus. | ||||||
713 | Blue marbles roll faster than red ones | Rev 19:4 | charis | 804 | ||
Not stupid! Dear dlnash, The software is not stupid, just ignorant. I am sure that the saints at StudyBibleForum will improve things. Meanwhile, thank you for your great comments on Urantia. Let's talk about Jesus! | ||||||
714 | Who are the 24 elders in this verse? | Rev 19:4 | charis | 803 | ||
Hooray! An answer from the Bible. Amen! | ||||||
715 | Where are guardian angels mentioned? | Bible general Archive 1 | charis | 802 | ||
Dear HeirofGod, You imply that I do not believe that we are protected by angels. Where do you get that? I simply cannot find any Bible verse that suggests a specifically, personally, permanently assigned angel for me or for anyone. I know that this might give one comfort, much like a teddy bear, but it is not Bible. Please read my words: I am aware that angels, as Gods servants, provide protection for His saints (including me and including you). This is Bible. I personally can testify to Divine intervention and protection before I was saved and after. Knowing that God is aware of all things and able to send His agents to help me whenever I need help is enough, without creating a 'personal lifeguard.' If you choose to believe in such a creature, or teach your children in 'Guardian Angels,' fine. In Christ Jesus. | ||||||
716 | Where are guardian angels mentioned? | Bible general Archive 1 | charis | 796 | ||
Dear HeirofGod, you will note that these same scriptures are used to describe the Christ (Matt 4:6, Luke 4:11). In any case, I fail to see that this describes a 'designated, personally-assigned angel.' As I stated in my original note, God's servants seem to have a more general assignment, that of doing His will. In Jesus. | ||||||
717 | Blue marbles roll faster than red ones | Rev 19:4 | charis | 748 | ||
Dear bobmoy, Of course you are free to express any opinion you like. I only meant that as this is generally considered to be a Bible-based discussion, it might be difficult to find others willing to discuss Urantia as truth. I have bothered to look into the information available on the internet, and cannot find any hard evidence that this is revelation or prophecy in accord with Scripture, except as noted by soladescriptura. I would also be interested to hear your defense of this spurious doctrine. | ||||||
718 | Blue marbles roll faster than red ones | Rev 19:4 | charis | 730 | ||
Dear bobmoy, I am sorry to lead you on. I was not sure how serious you were about Urantia. I am afraid I was 'pulling your leg' and 'jesting.' All I know is that the Urantia thing seems to be more closely linked with "Chariots of the Gods" than with Jesus Christ. If you need to know more about revelation from 'out there,' you are probably on the wrong forum. | ||||||
719 | Lowest Common Denominator | Bible general Archive 1 | charis | 665 | ||
Great comments! I am in no way suggesting we stop discussion of the whole in order to arrive at the kernel. In fact that is my purpose, to arrive at the kernel. I do not believe we should 'agree to disagree' and ignore faults, then slap eachother on the back and say, "brother!" The purpose of holy discussion should be to review what we say and what we hear in prayer before God, the ask for the simple truth. I am convinced that the Gospel of Jesus Christ is simpler than many portray it, or live it. L.C.D. could also be applied in this mannner. Dr. Lloyd-Jones once warned us not to preach a sermon for the sake of a few eminent colleagues, but for the 'cleaning woman in the back row.' If our words are not for the majority, we run the risk of spiritual arrogance, which often blinds the bearer. | ||||||
720 | Blue marbles roll faster than red ones | Rev 19:4 | charis | 647 | ||
Everyone knows that the Urantia is the text found at Pulin-Urleg, along with the Joshin-Ya scrolls. The contents are so revelatory that only a few are allowed access. | ||||||
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