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81 | Are Tounges a sign of Spiritual Baptism | Acts 2:4 | inmyheart | 73477 | ||
Hank-- No, not at all. However, I have come across that teaching not long ago, and Paul's writings would look like this; "I wish you all spoke with languages, but even more that you prophesied; for he who prophesies is greater than he who speaks with languages, unless indeed he interprets, that the assembly may receive edification." 1 Cor 14:5 Tongues and lips, as defined by Scripture, can only mean one of two things. When you see the word "tongue" in your Bible it means either a "physical tongue" or "a language." The same goes for "lips," which can only mean, "physical lips" or "a language." "By these were the isles of the Gentiles divided in their lands; every one after his tongue, after their families, in their nations." Gen 10:5. The word "tongue" used here we find clearly is in reference to "languages" of other nations. That would support those who oppose speaking in tongues, and I believe in speaking in tongues. Jude verse 20 says "But ye beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost." Hank, thanks for responding, I respect your stand and your input. God bless |
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82 | Are Tounges a sign of Spiritual Baptism | Acts 2:4 | inmyheart | 73416 | ||
BradK, I do not believe that Christianity is a religion. Religions are man's ways of worshiping God. Christianity is what God did for us in Christ Jesus. Christianity is truth. Christianity is the way of a Father [God] with his family [us]. Truth does not have "sides to argue about"; nor does it need to be defended. Truth simply needs to be presented and believed. So, if you want discussion . . . God bless you - |
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83 | Are Tounges a sign of Spiritual Baptism | Acts 2:4 | inmyheart | 73354 | ||
BradK, "Discuss" debate, it is your intention :) I would disagree that the Bible says tongues is the least of all gifts. I believe that you have misunderstood I Corinthians 14. Paul was not talking against tongues, but was only declaring that prophecy was better than tongues in the context of corporate worship (the context of I Corinthians 12, 14 indicates that Paul is speaking of corporate worship) because prophecy can be understood by all, whereas tongues cannot. Paul was concerned about the edification of the church (I Corinthians 14:12, 26). Tongues would only edify the individual speaking in tongues, but not the body (I Corinthians 14:2-4). Paul was not downplaying tongues. He was only explaining to the Corinthians that in corporate worship, the edification of the whole body should be the main concern. In fact, Paul put tongues on the same level of prophecy if those tongues were interpreted: "I would that you all spoke with tongues but rather that you prophesied: for greater is he that prophesies than he that speaks with tongues, except he interpret, that the church may receive edifying" (I Corinthians 14:5; emphasis mine). In the context of provoking the Corinthians to edify the body Paul said, "Even so, forasmuch as you are zealous of spiritual gifts, seek that you may excel to the edifying of the church. Wherefore let him that speaks in an unknown tongue pray that he may interpret" (I Corinthians 14:12-13). If tongues were interpreted, they would bring edification to the body just as would prophecies. That Paul was not against tongues-speaking, even in the context of corporate worship is evident. Notice that in I Corinthians 14:5 Paul said he wanted everyone to be speaking in tongues. That is hardly tantamount to Paul discouraging tongues or saying that tongues are the most undesirable gift. He even says, "Forbid not to speak in tongues" (I Corinthians 14:39). He only placed limits on the exercise of uninterpreted tongues so that the body would be edified, rather than just the individual. God bless |
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84 | Are Tounges a sign of Spiritual Baptism | Acts 2:4 | inmyheart | 73343 | ||
BradK, Jesus Christ said believers would: John 4:23-24 But the hour cometh, and now is [almost here], when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth. Mark 16:17 And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; Jesus Christ declared that believers would "speak with new tongues." It does not say apostles. It does not say "only in the first century." It says "them that believe." Luke 24:49 And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high. Ten days later these men (and about 3 thousand others) received the promised holy spirit and they spoke in tongues. Speaking in tongues is not a special gift as some declare. Speaking in tongues is the proof on the outside that you are born again with holy spirit on the inside. You cannot see spirit. But you can see the evidence of it when a believer speaks in tongues. They saw it on Pentecost as the apostles spoke in tongues and asked "What do we have to do to be saved and have this ability as well?" They were not asking about the spirit that they could not see. They were asking about the tongues they heard. "How can we speak in tongues, Peter?" Peter told them about the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Because to be saved you must "confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead" [Romans 10:9-10]. Once they believed, the promise of holy spirit [which includes the ability to speak in tongues] was theirs: Acts 2:38 Then Peter said unto them, Repent [change!] and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall [absolutely!] receive [the Greek word is lambano which means to receive outwardly in evidence or manifestation] the gift of the Holy Ghost. The people asked Peter about the tongues they had just heard. Peter told them that when they believed they too would speak in tongues. They too would receive the gift of holy spirit and they too would manifest it outwardly by speaking in tongues. There is only one gift: the holy spirit from God. There are many ways to use it, tongues being one. Speaking in tongues is the proof you have the holy spirit on the inside. Its main function is your private worship of God - it is perfect prayer. But in every record in Acts where a group of believers is first born again of God's spirit the outward evidence or proof to those "witnessing the birth" is the new believer speaks in tongues. Thank you for your response, however, I only gave my post in reply, not to debate. As you know this topic has been well debated and your point is well understood, and there would be no success in further discussion. God bless YOU!!! |
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85 | No healing? why? | 2 Cor 1:4 | inmyheart | 73130 | ||
Meredith, Thank you for your response. I give all Glory to Our Heavenly Father, through His Son Jesus, Our Savior. May you continue to be a blessing to others. 1 Corinthians 2:5 God bless |
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86 | Drawing the line | 1 John 3:17 | inmyheart | 72838 | ||
christian7, I see Mommapbs has given you great response. I agree with her post. My post would only repeat what was posted. Be obedient to God's will. God bless you as you bless others |
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87 | Divine Healing? | Matthew | inmyheart | 72392 | ||
Those who are opposed to present-day Christians performing miracles in the name of Jesus often cite Matthew 7:21-23: "Not everyone who says to me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. Many will say to me on that day, 'Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name, and in your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?' Then I will tell them plainly, 'I never knew you. Away from me, you evildoers!'" Jesus himself said the words in this passage, so we must accept them; however, we must understand what he truly means. Some take this passage to be a reference to New Age practitioners who frequently invoke the name of Christ; yet, their beliefs are mostly hostile to Christianity. In any case, Jesus is referring here to some kind of false prophets, and not Christians at all. This is determined by the context of this passage. The verses previous to Matthew 7:21-23 say, "Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? Likewise every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, and a bad tree cannot bear good fruit. Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. Thus, by their fruit you will recognize them" (Matthew 7:15-20). In addition, note that Jesus says to those who come to him, "I never knew you," meaning that they were never Christians in the first place. Jesus does not say that he will disown those in question because they worked miracles in his name, but that simply by working miracles in his name does not constitute a proof of a relationship with him. It is possible for one who is influenced by Satan to appear as one who is on the side of Christ: "Once when we were going to the place of prayer, we were met by a slave girl who had a spirit by which she predicted the future. She earned a great deal of money for her owners by fortune-telling. This girl followed Paul and the rest of us, shouting, 'These men are servants of the Most High God, who are telling you the way to be saved'" (Acts 16:16-17). The Bible warns of false apostles, false prophets, and false miracles: "For such men are false apostles, deceitful workmen, masquerading as apostles of Christ. And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light. It is not surprising, then, if his servants masquerade as servants of righteousness. Their end will be what their actions deserve" (2 Corinthians 11:13-15); "The coming of the lawless one will be in accordance with the work of Satan displayed in all kinds of counterfeit miracles, signs and wonders" (2 Thessalonians 2:9); and "Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world" (1 John 4:1). However, those who use this passage (Matthew 7:21-23) against the Christians who heal the sick and cast out demons in the name of Jesus creates a subtle deception by doing so, since Jesus does not condemn the act of doing good in his name, but that doing good in his name may not be sufficient proof of relationship. In fact, he says in Mark 9:39 that, "No one who does a miracle in my name can in the next moment say anything bad about me," which is an implicit approval of one who legitimately performs miracles in his name. Also, if Jesus is condemning those who work miracles in his name, then he would be speaking against the actions of the apostles, as well as contradicting his own commission to all the believers. Therefore, this passage cannot be used to challenge Christians who, in obedience to Christ’s commands, heal the sick in the name of Jesus. Rather, those who refuse to carry out these basic elements of the Christian mandate should be ashamed of their negligence. Once we have an understanding of our authority in Christ and faith in his name, we may confront sicknesses that attempt to attack our own bodies, and that of other people. We may follow the biblical examples in commanding the bodies of the sick to be healed, and the demons that are oppressing people to leave. We may also claim supernatural protection in the name of Jesus: "In my name they will… pick up snakes with their hands; and when they drink deadly poison, it will not hurt them at all" (Mark 16:17-18). All this power belongs to us through Jesus Christ. God bless (Speaking the Truth In Love) awesome sign off! |
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88 | Divine Healing? | Matthew | inmyheart | 72386 | ||
EdB, As I said, that's why I'm praying for you :) Another topic another time. God bless |
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89 | Divine Healing? | Matthew | inmyheart | 72296 | ||
Jesified, I argue that the biblical evidence affirms that present-day Christians have the same type of divine authority over sicknesses and demons that the apostles had. The authority to heal had never been retracted, but it is available to Christians in every generation. For example, we have a record of the commission of Jesus to all believers: "Go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation. Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned. And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues; they will pick up snakes with their hands; and when they drink deadly poison, it will not hurt them at all; they will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well" (Mark 16:15-18). Some have argued that this passage only applies to the apostles, who Jesus was directly addressing. However, it is strange that they would make this claim when none of them hesitates to apply Matthew 28:18-20 to all Christians, where Jesus also commissions his disciples, but without the explicit mention of miracles: "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." What is the difference between Mark 16:15-18 and Matthew 28:18-20? If the former only applies to the apostles, then how can we say that the latter does not? This "pick-and-choose" style of hermeneutics reflects not an honest interpretation of the Scriptures, but a hypocritical and disobedient attitude. Mark 16:17 clearly states that miracles will follow "those who believe," with no mention of which generation one must live in, or whether one is an apostle. Another objection raised against this passage in Mark 16 is that it is not supposed to be in the Scriptures at all! Many who hold to this view would assert that the passage was added to the end of Mark by an editor in the second century, and it reflects the common practice at that time. I think that the evidence fails to confirm this, but we will not take the time to explore it in detail. What we may say is that, if this passage was added in the second century, it would not carry the same level of divine authority, but it would still be true for us. This is because the original apostles had died by the second century, and if this passage reflects the common practice of that day, then it is one evidence confirming the fact that miracles were not only meant for the apostles, but also the subsequent generations of Christians. Nevertheless, as I have stated, it seems that the evidence does support the inclusion of this passage in the Gospel of Mark. In the final analysis, it is a devious practice to deny passages that one finds difficult to accept as not applicable, and accept all the others, when all of them have the same standing within the Scriptures. Jesified, you have posted well, keep doing what God has called you to do. 1Cor.15:57-58. God bless |
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90 | Divine Healing? | Matthew | inmyheart | 72289 | ||
EdB, Does not James 5: 14, 15 prove that a physically sick person will surely be restored to health if he calls in the elders of the church to anoint him with literal oil and to offer the prayer of faith over him? The true Christian who desires to do only God’s will rather than to follow the desires of his flesh, will be very careful not to misapply this Scripture. To do so would be to follow Satan’s example (Matt. 4: 6). James 5: 14, 15 does not refer to physical illness at all, but to spiritual illness. To apply these verses to physical illness would be to make God’s Word appear untrue and would tend to make people become infidels; for many sincere people have done literally all the things here specified, in their efforts to obtain recovery from physical ailments, only to reap disappointment and cause to some to lose faith, wondering why God did not keep His promise that "the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up." EdB, I'm praying for you also, really, this will be our last post concerning this topic. God bless |
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91 | Divine Healing? | Matthew | inmyheart | 72286 | ||
EdB, Yeah, I heared about those men you speak of, all they want is your money. We are stewards of Gods money and we are aware of the devils schemes. Gal 5:19 Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are [these]; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, Gal 5:20 Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, Gal 5:21 Envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have also told [you] in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God. Gal 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, Gal 5:23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. Gal 5:24 And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. Gal 5:25 If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. Gal 5:26 Let us not be desirous of vain glory, provoking one another, envying one another. God bless |
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92 | Divine Healing? | Matthew | inmyheart | 72237 | ||
Jesified, You are not the last one on this forum, there are many here :) I would like to follow up on some of your post however, I'm busy right now and just wanted to confirm that I received your post. "That you faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God." 1Cor.2:5 (KJV) God bless |
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93 | Divine Healing? | Matthew | inmyheart | 72234 | ||
EdB, Greetings EdB, good to hear from you this new year, but not a surprise that you would respond to my post :) Ed, the issue has never been, "a true christian will never get sick," and diffently not the idea that God allows us to be sick! How do you chasten your children, to correct them?Then why do you assume God will chasten His children with sickness, to correction? Phl 4:8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things [are] honest, whatsoever things [are] just, whatsoever things [are] pure, whatsoever things [are] lovely, whatsoever things [are] of good report; if [there be] any virtue, and if [there be] any praise, think on these things. I believe what is true, and God is still healing today, and that the men and women of God are anointed to come against satan's scheme's. Ed, you and I have debated this topic, and I don't see how any further discussion would be of any benefit to either of us. God bless you |
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94 | Divine Healing? | Matthew | inmyheart | 72161 | ||
Jesified, Greetings, I also posted on this topic, "thorn in the flesh," and I also agree what the Word of God says concerning this matter. This is what I posted: "Paul's thorn. "...There was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me…" (2 Corinthians 12:7). This verse is frequently used by ministers to prove that sickness can be the will of God, and that Paul was sick. First of all, even if Paul was sick, it is no proof that it was the will of God. David committed murder and adultery – was that the will of God? Judas betrayed Jesus – was that a moral act? Just because someone in the Bible did something does not automatically make it right. Even Satan is in the Bible. You have to read the implied principles from the experiences of biblical character as well as the directly stated principles in the Bible. Nevertheless, Paul was really a solid proof of the supernatural healing power of God – even in his experience. Many Christians have been deceived in this area. Notice Paul says he had "a thorn in the flesh." The words "scourges in your sides, and thorns in your eyes" in Joshua 23:13 are used to describe people; the words "thorns in your sides" in Judges 2:3 are also used the same way. Since when did it become a sickness? Paul was simply using an expression commonly used in those days. When you say, "Tom is a pain in the neck," you are talking about a person that bothers or annoys you, not a sickness. To further confirm that, Paul says the thorn was "a messenger of Satan." This tells us it was a person or demon, and that he was from Satan, not God. What Paul experienced was most likely persecution from people (inspired by Satan). Most of them followed Paul around to preach circumcision to the people right after Paul leaves a city. Some even reacted to Paul's preaching with physical violence. This is why the evil spirit or "messenger" was a "thorn in the flesh," or a "pain in the neck." You need to know the truth about the biblical passages that have been used to preach sickness. Many times those passages are some of the greatest proofs for healing. Some of them prove neither healing or sickness – just the need for wisdom. For example, if the Bible says that someone accidentally fell off a building and died, does that prove sickness, or that it is not God's will to heal and protect? No, it proves the need for wisdom and caution. By the way, this happened and Paul resurrected the dead man by the power of God (Acts 20:9-12). (end of post) I support your post and encourage you to keep posting no matter what feed back you may get. I also was labeled, but Praise God for His Grace! God bless |
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95 | Is suicide a sin, will you go to hell? | Bible general Archive 1 | inmyheart | 71276 | ||
Do a quick search. It appears that you have answered this question. But............... We are saved by the grace of God, not by works (Ephesians 2:8-9) and nothing can separate a Christian from the love of God (Romans 8:37-39). Other verses that clearly teach assurance of salvation for the believer are: "Most assuredly, I say to you, he who hears My word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life, and shall not come into judgment, but has passed from death into life. -John 5:24 "My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. And I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; neither shall anyone snatch them out of My hand. My Father, who has given them to Me, is greater than all; and no one is able to snatch them out of My Father's hand." -John 10:27-29 "And this is the testimony: that God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have life. These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life, and that you may continue to believe in the name of the Son of God." -1 John 5:11-13 However, suicide is not what God wants for anyone. We have a God who loves us and cares for us and promises to meet all of our needs if we place our trust in Him (Proverbs 3:5-6). |
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96 | Must a woman have long hair | 1 Corinthians | inmyheart | 71192 | ||
EdB, Nice little thought! Have a blessed New Year! God Bless |
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97 | Must a woman have long hair | 1 Corinthians | inmyheart | 71141 | ||
Romans That was the thought through out the thread. Thank you for sharing. Have a blessed New Year! God Bless |
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98 | Must a woman have long hair | 1 Corinthians | inmyheart | 71135 | ||
EdB, That is true. Romans 12:2 Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will. Do the women at your church practice having long hair? If not, why not? God bless |
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99 | Must a woman have long hair | 1 Corinthians | inmyheart | 71104 | ||
EdB, We can read the Bible, notice the surface list — the LITTLE things — and actually make some progress. OR . . . we can ask the Holy Spirit to reveal to us the deep, abiding principles of heaven. And then we REALLY fall on our knees and confess our need of a Savior. God bless |
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100 | Are tongues a world language or not? | 1 Corinthians | inmyheart | 71036 | ||
Is this helpful? No! The Bible tells us that there were over fourteen foreigners representing many nations, speaking different languages. Yet each person heard 'the disciples' praising God in their own language. You see, the miracle was in the hearing of the people. (see Acts 2:1-13). |
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