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81 | Born into the Kingdom of God? | Luke 16:18 | TheCurtMan | 92728 | ||
Good question. I don't think it'll be fair for me to answer this one of the top of my head. So give me a minute to get back with you, OK? | ||||||
82 | Born into the Kingdom of God? | Luke 16:18 | TheCurtMan | 92830 | ||
Sometimes these two words are interchangeable in scripture but, in your estimation, is there a difference between being 'saved' and being 'redeemed'? A second question I might ask is what relationship does being "born again" have to do with both/either these words? Can either stand independent of the experience of the INDWELLING? If not, why not? OK, I wanted to take a second look at what I believe, to ensure that I wasn’t too far off base scripturally. I know I’ll probably be crucified for what I believe, but then so was Jesus. In my estimation, being SAVED, and being REDEEMED is generally one in the same. I was purchased with the blood of the Lamb. The debt that I owe God wasn’t just cancelled, but PAID-N-FULL. I have escaped the eternal damnation that I truly deserve, For the wages of sin is death, and For ALL have sinned and come short of the glory of God. I deserve death, but it ain’t happening here. Now I believe that being BORN AGAIN entails the principles of Eph. 4:22-24. That ye put off, concerning the former conversation, the old man, which is corrupt according to the deceitful lust 23 And be RENEWED IN THE SPIRIT OF YOUR MIND 24 And that ye put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness. That is, being born again entails a totally different perspective FORM doing things the world’s way TO doing things God’s way. If you haven’t noticed, there is a VERY BIG DIFFERENCE. Can either stand independent of the experience of the indwelling. If I understand your question correctly, you’re asking if these things can happen without the Holy Ghost, not even close. It is the Holy Spirit that points me in the right direction, even before I know I want to go that way. It is through the Spirit that gives me the choice to either accept or reject Christ. Without the Spirit, I probably wouldn’t even care about doing things God’s way. Take a look at Eph. 4:23, what do that mean to you in reference to your question. So what do you think?? The CurtMan |
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83 | Born into the Kingdom of God? | Luke 16:18 | TheCurtMan | 92840 | ||
Can either stand independent of the experience of the indwelling. If I understand your question correctly, you’re asking if these things can happen without the Holy Ghost, not even close. It is the Holy Spirit that points me in the right direction, even before I know I want to go that way. It is through the Spirit that gives me the choice to either accept or reject Christ. Without the Spirit, I probably wouldn’t even care about doing things God’s way. Take a look at Eph. 4:23, what do that mean to you in reference to your question I’ve made a mistake. I was looking at the ‘experience of the indwelling’. Allow me to try this one again. Can either stand independent of the ‘experience of the indwelling’. Yes I think that is possible. The Holy Spirit has a ministry where He points the unbeliever in the direction of Christ. I believe it is possible for the unbeliever to share some of the benefits of the Holy Spirit without being filled with the Holy Spirit. What I’m trying to say is , as an unbeliever, the Holy Spirit is working WITH me, but not living IN me. I can not explain that any clearer than that. Sorry about the mistake The CurtMan |
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84 | Born into the Kingdom of God? | Luke 16:18 | TheCurtMan | 92949 | ||
Do you think that maybe you could explain simply and clearly the difference between being saved, and being redeemed?? And explain it to me as if I was a seven yr. old. I looked at Luke 17:17. What I see is ten men who was cleansed of a physical affliction. Out of that ten, one was cleansed spiritually. The other nine probably had places to go; people to see; and things to do. Glorifing God just was not on their agenda at that time. |
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85 | Born into the Kingdom of God? | Luke 16:18 | TheCurtMan | 92956 | ||
No Sal, I’m not going to crucify you for your beliefs. As a matter of fact, I see no problem with what you’re saying. However, I do need a little time to meditate on it and pray about it. We both agree that not all will be saved. But for all who will be saved will have to work out their salvation. What I mean by that is, now that I have been saved, I must act like it. I have bad habits that need to be broken. I must study the word more; witness more; pray more; and continue to strive to be more like Jesus who was perfect. I will achieve that state of perfection, but I do not believe that I will achieve it on this side of life, but in the life after life. Until then, I must continue to strive for that goal, to be like Jesus. All this is as I said before, the result of being saved. :Please do not think that I’m terminating this line of communication on this issue. I’m not. I just need to give some consideration to this one particular point. I really think that you’re going somewhere with this, and I’d like to be around when you finally get there. The CurtMan |
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86 | Children in Hell | Luke 16:22 | TheCurtMan | 92280 | ||
God's patience had finally ran its course. God showed that wicked nation grace for a number of centuries. Look at Genesis 15:12-16. God was promising the land of Canaan to Abram. He told him that the land would be his in about four hundred years. Why the wait? Partly because the iniquities of the inhabitants were not yet complete. When the timing was right, God sent in the Israelites to take over. There was a lot of bloodshed, yes. But if you would like to know why God wanted the Canaanites removed from the land, it was partly because God knew the Canaanites would have an effect on the Israelites and cause them to follow the same wicked ways they were being kicked outta the land for. For an example of this look at II Kings 17:5-23. Did they all go to hell including the babies? Rather the correct term is Hell; Hades; or the Grave, I have to say that personally I believe that they all did, even the babies. Four Hundred years is a long time for a nation to turn itself around and follow the laws of God. These people didn't care about God or his laws. The babies would have grown up in the same environment probably following the same sins that their fathers, and forefathers followed. God is the only one who really knows the could've and should've in an infants life. What is certain is that He annalated woman and children. Their eternal resting place I can only speculate on. And I have reason to believe that everybody went to hell. The CurtMan |
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87 | Does Luke 16 use the term 'parable'? | Luke 16:23 | TheCurtMan | 86062 | ||
Brother Tim, You have the fastest response time of anyone I've met on this site. My apologies for dipping in the Ice Cream without knowing what flavor it is. I hope your friend isn't a Witness. However; it really doesn't matter, either way you have a battle on your hands. My prayers will be with you. However; if your friend is a Witness, I have alot of info. put out by the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society that might aide you if used correctly. Your Brother N Christ The CurtMan |
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88 | Did Jesus suffer in hell when he died? | Luke 23:46 | TheCurtMan | 93603 | ||
Just for the record; If you're going to mention Copland by name, then it would also be fair to mention Hagaan and Hinn. They travel in the same circle and preach the same doctrine. Yes, they are false teachers and teach a false doctrine. Unfortunately not every detail of their doctrine is false. The CurtMan |
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89 | Did Jesus suffer in hell when he died? | Luke 23:46 | TheCurtMan | 93718 | ||
Know ye not that a little leaven leaveneth the whole lump? I Cor. 5:6. This I know. What I ment was that if you took each and every detail of their surmon, examined it closely under what scripture actully says. The over all majority of what they say within that surmon actually checks out. It's just that one little lie, that one or two misconception that tends to through everything off. May I suggest a book called Christianity in Crisis by Hank Hanagraff. He explains it alot better than I ever could. I know a mature Christian woman who liked listening to Hinn. We got into a discussion about his doctrine. She knew that not everything that he taught on was biblical. Her stance was on discernment. Her question to me was if a Christian has discernment should the baby be thrown out with the bath water simply because the water was dirty. I pose the same question to you. My answer, after consideration, was, "YES". The CurtMan |
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90 | Did Jesus suffer in hell when he died? | Luke 23:46 | TheCurtMan | 93873 | ||
Somewhere I missed the boat on your post. You say that Benny Hinn is a very proud man, but pride is one of the seven deadly sins, that is detestable unto the Lord, Proverbs 6:16-19. You say that he seems unteachable, so much for humility. I Perter 5:5 You say that you will go against his false doctrines, and you ask where to draw the line and say this guy has notheing to teach you?? Gal. 1:6-9 I know that you’re not going to like this one, but this man is not of God. He may have started out being for God at one time or another, but at present he is misleading a great many, and you’re one of them. God do not appreciate pride, the twisting of His word, and the misleading of His children. Rather you can accept the truth in love or not, you need to find yourself another spiritual example to follow. I believe that scripture says “follow me as I follow the Lord” If Benny Hinn was following the Lord, I believe that he should make a public apology for the doctrine that he teaches, and if nothing else, pull his books of the shelves so they can not mislead anyone else. And that’s just for starters. Oh, and one other point. It’s to my understanding that AIDS have a 100 percent fatality rate. How can this be if Benny Hinn has the power of healing?? The CurtMan |
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91 | Did Jesus suffer in hell when he died? | Luke 23:46 | TheCurtMan | 93932 | ||
Hey Radioman, Thanks for the info. I learned something else. The CurtMan |
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92 | Did Jesus suffer in hell when he died? | Luke 23:46 | TheCurtMan | 94002 | ||
If your mother went to a Benny Hinn crusade and was healed of cancer and her other medical problems, then the praise should go God. Actually that's the first documented success story I've ever heard come through that ministry. I mean I've seen the man on T.V., and I've heard of some of the healing stories, but upon further investigation, to my knowledge, none of the healings could show a before and after authentic medical documented healing of an illness. But if you say that your mother was healed of cancer, not that the cancer is in remission, but actually healed of it, then I will take your word for it. How is she doing these days anyway?? Last night I took the opportunity to look up the scripture verse that you quoted, Matt. 7:22. I noticed two very interesting points. The first one is in v. 15. Jesus was instructing the people to beware of false prophets. False prophets were as common in His day the same way that false teachers are common today. They both have the tendicy to take the word of God out of it's original context and twist it to imply something that it really doesn't mean. They both teach a false doctrine. I guess my first question would be, should we not also beware of false teachers and false doctrines today the same the people was instructed to beware of false prophets and false doctrines yesterday?? And if we fail to do this, are we not in violation of sound doctrine?? According to the information posted by the Radioman, you and I both were misinterpreting ‘Touching God's Anointed'. Since it doesn't appear to mean what we thought it meant, then what other reasons do you have for following Benny Hinn?? The second thing that I noticed was in v.22. "Did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name cast out demons, and in Your name perform many miracles?" Now this one I literally lost sleep over. Where did these people get the authority to cast out demons? I don't think that it came from God because in v.23 Jesus said, "I never knew you". The only other reasonable place would be the adversary. But that one caused a problem to. In Matt. 12:22-26 Jesus cast out a demon. The Pharisees accused Him of doing this through the devil. Jesus' answer indicated that the devil can not cast out demons. So where did the people get the authority to cast out demons. Eventually I had to settle for the bottom line. It doesn't matter where they got their authority from. The bottom line is that they were truly deceived into thinking that what they were doing, they were doing for our Lord and Savior, and in actuality they were not. Jesus said, "I never knew you, depart from me..." I think this is one of the reasons why we should be careful of who we follow. There are going to be many that says, "Lord, Lord", and they might even have a large congregation themselves, but in the end, they will not make it into the Kingdom of Heaven. The CurtMan |
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93 | Did Jesus suffer in hell when he died? | Luke 23:46 | TheCurtMan | 94006 | ||
The temperment of your post seems to be of hostility. Do I come across the same way to you?? You asked me if I followed sound doctrine. Personally I think that's a bad question because of course I'm going to say, "Yes". However; if someone was to point out biblically where something that I believe in was a little off base, I'll listen to what they have to say, pray and meditate on it. God will eventually see that I get the right answer. Do you really believe that no one has taken the time to approach Hinn on his doctrine?? It's to my understanding that he has been approached on several occasions. But much like you said, the man isn't listening. You're quick to rush to the defense of Hinn, but what about the people that his doctrine has affected?? Hinn, was at one time a believer of the Faith Doctrine. Rather he still believe in that doctrine today, I can not say. Anyway, as you probably know, this doctrine taught that sick people was sick because they did not have the faith to be made well. Hinn was also a believer of the Name it and Claim it Doctrine. This doctrine taught that you can speak things into exsistance It really didn't matter if it was the Will of the Lord or not I'm aware of a true story where a follower of a Faith Teacher was diagnosed with an illness. The cure exsist, the treatment was simple. This guy refuse to claim it. As a matter of fact, he had all the faith in the world, how could he be sick. He ended up dying. He was the head of his household, left behind a wife and some children. His wife who was also a believer, changed her belief, and shared her story with many. You rush to the defense of Hinn, but look at the damage that his belief is doing to people. I don't hear you standing up for them. And just for the record, I'm not attacking Hinn, nor his doctrine, at present I'm just stating the simple truth. You also stated to show you where you were wrong in touching God's anointed, would if be fair to assume that you did not read the post sent to you by the Radioman?? This is part of what he had posted, I suggest that you read the entire thing: 'Advocates [of authoritarian rule or unconditional authority for certain preachers and evangelists] assume that Scripture supports their view. Their key biblical proof text is Psalm 105:15: "Touch not mine anointed, and do my prophets no harm" (KJV). But a close examination of this passage reveals that it has nothing to do with challenging the teachings of church leaders. 'It first needs to be noted that the Old Testament phrase "the Lord's anointed" is typically used to refer to the kings of Israel (1 Sam. 12:3, 5; 24:6, 10; 26:9, 11, 16, 23; 2 Sam. 1:14, 16; 19:21; Ps. 20:6; Lam. 4:20), at times specifically to the royal line de-scended from David (Pss. 2:2; 18:50; 89:38, 51), and not to prophets and teachers. While the text does also mention prophets, in the context of Psalm 105 the reference is undoubtedly to the patriarchs in general (vv. 8-15; cf. 1 Chron. 16:15-22), and to Abraham (whom God called a prophet) in particular (Gen. 20:7). It is therefore debatable whether this passage can be applied to select leaders within the body of Christ. 'Even if the text can be applied to certain church leaders today, in the context of this passage the words "touch" and "do harm" have to do with inflicting physical harm upon someone. Psalm 105:15 is therefore wholly irrelevant to the issue of questioning the teachings of any of God's "anointed." The CurtMan |
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94 | How has the "Passion" film changed you? | Luke 24:26 | TheCurtMan | 115801 | ||
Ok, so the movie elaborated on some facts that isn't in scripture. Does it really matter?? The original question was, How have the movie Passion changed you? When I saw the movie, my focus was not on the inconsistencies of the movie, I expected that. My focus was on the God, who got up off His throne, came to earth and died a horrible death. Not just so I could escape the eternal damnation that I deserve, but also so I can spend eternity with Him. Now rather the movie went overboard in some areas regarding Jesus' suffering or not, Jesus did suffer, GREATLY. So the movie does not meet everyone's expectations, what biblical base movie that you know of does?? Rather Mel Gibson has hit the nail on the head with this movie, or missed the mark, the movie itself has Christians and non-Christians alike discussing it. Great witnessing opportunity don't you think?? The CurtMan |
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95 | Jenhovah's withnesses church ? | John | TheCurtMan | 85824 | ||
Greetings!! I have spent much time studying about the Witnesses, The Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, and discussing scripture with the Witnesses. Their beliefs are so far out in left field that you can not find them by radar!! They do not believe in the Trinty. They acknowledge that Jesus is a god, not the God of the Bible, but a god. If Father God is a God, and Jesus is a god, then that leaves alot of room for polytheism. They give more credit to the adversary being a person then the Holy Spirit. Plus they're exceptionally good at twisting scripture. Unless you are a very mature Christian on a completly unshakable foundation, I'd personally suggest that you stay clear of them. If you'd like to discuss their beliefs and compare it to what scripture actually says, I'm willing. I still have all my notes and other information including the New Worlds Translation Bible-an example of how a bible should not be translated; Reasion from the Scriptures, and much more. However; if you're already engaged in study time with them, I strongly suggest that you go out and purchase two books. The First book should be a Parrallel Bible which includes the NASB; the NIV; the King James or the New King James. The Parrallel bible lined up with the New Worlds Translation will really aid you in seeing the difference in perspective between the truth and the joke. Secondly I suggest 'Reasoning from the Scriptures with the Jehovah Witnesses', it's by a guy name Ron Rhodes. You will be in my prayers The CurtMan |
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96 | Jenhovah's withnesses church ? | John | TheCurtMan | 86068 | ||
Ooops!! Wrong mailbox; Wrong Person; Wrong Church but the right pue. Sorry about that. So how's your day going anyway??? |
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97 | Jenhovah's withnesses church ? | John | TheCurtMan | 86232 | ||
I know this story about this guy that fell down three flights of steps. He broke up the entire left side of his body, arms; legs; finger; toes; the whole nine yards. When the was reading off the list of broken bones the guy kept praising God, finally the doctor asked him why he was praising God when he did so much damage to the left side of his body. The guy replied, "I could have done the same amount of damage to the right side of my body as well, thin I'd really be up the creek." | ||||||
98 | once saved always saved | John 10:28 | TheCurtMan | 86855 | ||
Mommapbs, Greetings!! I would appreciate your assistance in a matter if you don't mind. Your's and anyone else who might have a point of view. I'm under the impression that the only time the bible contradicts itself, is when someone do not have the full understanding on two or more verses, and right now I think I might be that someone. ONCE SAVED ALWAYS SAVED-I encountered this post and answered in the positive, using Romans 8:1 and 8:35-39. You answered in the negative using Heb. 6:4. I'm wondering if you would be interested in a discussion of these verses?? I could do this myself, but I've really come to appreciate your perspective on scripture, yours; Hanks; Radioman2; and a number of others. So whatta you say, help a brother out?? |
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99 | once saved always saved | John 10:28 | TheCurtMan | 86892 | ||
Ed, thanks for your response. I can't help but to think that there is more than one reason for a course of action. I think that Christians are attacked spiritually not so much to get us to loose our salvation, but to ruine our testimony before God and man. If an unbeliever see you stumble in a particular area, one of the first things they say is; "and he's suppose to be a christian." Your testimony for God at that point is no more good in the eyes of that person. What makes it worse is that YOU might be the only bible they read. You and your actions. The adversary has been called many things, biblically, including the 'accuser of the bretheren'. He can accuse us all he wants, but The Judge is the same one that says that no one, at no time can pluck us out of His hand. And just for the record, I'm not out for a debate on this issue. I know it's been hashed time, and time again. I'm honestly curious about my brothers and sisters perspective on the matter. For me, this is ONE of the many ways I learn and understand things. The CurtMan |
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100 | once saved always saved | John 10:28 | TheCurtMan | 86916 | ||
Thanks for your response, I WILL do a study on those two verses. However; my opinion is the same as yours. The CurtMan |
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