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81 | Nothing but the Blood of Jesus | Eph 2:13 | meta | 234891 | ||
Those are fine arguments Doc. I still feel that the fact that these people were evangelicals is irrelevant and therefore unecessary in making your point. I see no benefit. I do agree that Jesus himself said that he came not to bring peace but a sword Mat 10:34 There is no scriptural basis and no argument for unecessarily categorising the people that were in error here. It is a human practice that is not bliblical but comes from our sin nature. If there were some distiction as to what type of fallen creatures we are that make such mistakes I cannot see it. I definitly do not subscribe to peace or unity at any price. However I fail to see a price here. We are in fact to make an effort to preserve unity. Eph 4:3 being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Let me reiterate. If there were a benefit. If it helped to reveal truth or enlighten us then I do not suggest we hide truth to protect anyone. Again that is not the case. It is a useless fact that they were evangelicals. You have so much wisdom and I am on your side (another irrelevant fact) about the atonement issue. If we are to judge ourselves first then I suggest you do just that. Why not ask The Lord what He would say concerning this issue? Blessings in Christ Meta |
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82 | Nothing but the Blood of Jesus | Eph 2:13 | meta | 234902 | ||
Hi Doc, Please forgive me. I do believe it is beneficial that you mentioned that it was evangelicals in light of the fact that what they were deviating from was one of the basic principles of evangelicalism. In this context it only makes sense to make that reference. I was reacting to something that I do see so often. One group pointing at another rather than lifting up Christ. This is definitely not what you were doing and my reaction was unwarranted. Had I taken time to really pay attention to your first reply I would have realised that. I regret that I wasted your time with this nonsense. Thank you for your faithfulness. In Him Meta |
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83 | Are we to be under a spiritual covering? | 2 Tim 2:15 | meta | 221345 | ||
Are we to be under a spiritual covering? Is it scriptural? Can we have accountability without covering? |
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84 | Are we to be under a spiritual covering? | 2 Tim 2:15 | meta | 221348 | ||
Hello Brad, Yes it helps. I was asking a question to get views. I am not stating that I think such a thing is healthy or scriptural. I believe your view is correct. 1 Tim 2:5 For there is one God, and one mediator also between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, Thank you for the quick reply Meta |
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85 | Distinctly devil work destroying | 1 John 3:8 | meta | 221255 | ||
Yes Chris, as Doc mentioned, the scriptures you quote do not adress the same subject at all. It is an understandable leap but what is most revealed is a great misunderstanding that exists about our relationship with God. First: 1 John 3:8 is in reference to Jesus Christ. It is true that as a Christian you have become a son of God, however this verse refers to "THE" Son of God, and it is in the past tense. It is a historic fact that Jesus Christ (the son of God) was manifested to destroy the works of the devil." You are not Him. You are in Him and He is in you, but you are not Him. Secondly here is the context of your quote "I never knew you." Matt 7:21-25 and more specifically vs 23 "And then I will declare to them, 'I never knew you; DEPART FROM ME, YOU WHO PRACTICE LAWLESSNESS.' Please note it is "the practice of Lawlessness" that disqualifies these pharisees that He is adressing. This is not in reference to traditional jewish law for he says in Matt 23:23 "Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you tithe mint and dill and cummin, and have neglected the weightier provisions of the law: justice and mercy and faithfulness; but these are the things you should have done without neglecting the others. and again in Luke 11:42 "But woe to you Pharisees! For you pay tithe of mint and rue and every kind of garden herb, and yet disregard justice and the love of God; but these are the things you should have done without neglecting the others. Notice how Jesus refers to "the weightier provisions of the law: JUSTICE and MERCY and FAITHFULNESS" and in Luke he refers to "THE LOVE OF GOD." So the law here is not by wrote but by knowing. John 5:39-40 "You search the Scriptures because you think that in them you have eternal life; it is these that testify about Me; and you are unwilling to come to Me so that you may have life." These men had the scriptures but it did not help them respond to Christ. The moral law is an expression of His love, It is manifest in this world through you. It is the capacity to receive His love that hinders or allows the expression of that love through us to others. If Jesus says to someone Depart from me I Know you not then it is only logical to fix the "I know you not". You do not fix the "I know you not" by looking at the enemy of the one you want to know. Look to Him. It is not guilt that will help you. It is Love and Mercy. The more you love Him the more He will continue to destroy the works of the Devil and you will be participating with Him in that but it will not be out of fear hearing "Depart from me" He loves you if you never lift a finger to help Him. When you fully realise that you will become a mighty destroyer of the works of the devil. He is the author and perfecter of faith (Heb 12:2) Your faith should be in His ability to keep you not your ability to please Him. Trust Him, He already died for vou. He is already raised from the dead. He can handle the devil. Confess your weaknesses , be honest with Him about your fears but know that it is His love for you that will enable you to grow and triumph in Him. |
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86 | Will God forgive me? | Jude 1:24 | meta | 235021 | ||
Dear friend, It is evident by the tenderness of your heart that you did by no means fall away. If every time we had a thought that was not divine, if that were were to be the cause of disqualification from eternal life then surely heaven would have no human being there other than Jesus Christ. (I know He is more than just a man but He is also a risen human being). How does Satan tempt us? Does every thought we have originate with us. Are not some thoughts inspired by The Holy Spirit. Are not some thoughts lies from the evil one? Even if you did entertain it. It may be a sin but that is not equal to falling away. Please read all of Hebrews 6:4-12. You should note that two things are necessary for this type of scenario. You must first have been enlightened and tasted the heavenly gift and been made partakers of the Holy Spirit, and have tasted the good word of God and the powers of the age to come and then fallen away. So do you qualify for the first part. I believe you may be in a process of experiencing it but not having fully tasted the good word of God and the powers of the age to come. If you had you would not be so easily moved from the place of confidence in the desire and power of Christ to save you. Heb 12:2 states that Jesus is both the author and the perfecter of our faith. Also Rom 5:10 states "for if while we were enemies we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, much more having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His Life." Did you catch that how much more... shall we BE SAVED BY HIS LIFE. A study of the words "Christ dwell" in the new testament would also be helpful. Please continue to seek God through all of the scriptures. Your fragile state can only be remedied by studying the scriptures and praying for God to enlighten you to the incredible love that Jesus Christ has for you and the solid assurance of salvation that comes from knowing Him. I am sure others will present a list of well known scriptures for the assurance of salvation. The second part of this scenario in Hebrews is referred to as "and then have fallen away". This is a seriouse state. You must have produced some seriouse bad fruit to qualify as having fallen away. I am going to be subjective here. I know someone who experienced a lot of wonderful stuff in Christ. His power, His faithfulness, His Love and many other benefits. This person after walking away from The Lord and the church eventually denied that any of it was real. They denied by their lifestyle and with their words that Jesus Christ is God. That person I believe fulfills this scripture. However, even in that case we must realise that this scripture in Heb 6 does not say what you wrote. It says "it is impossible to renew them again to repentance, since they again crucify to themselves the Son of God and put Him to open shame." At the very least we must realise that the scriptures are written to us not to God but by God. Therefore we can safely say It is impossible (for you)to renew them again to repentance. Is it impossible for the Holy Spirit? Perhaps that is why it says the followingportion of that scripture. The evil one is also referred to as the accuser of the brethren. Jesus Christ came to seek and save that which is Lost. Jude vs 24,25 says. " Now to Hom who is able to keep you from stumbling and to make you stand in the presence of His glory blameless with great joy,toi the only God our Saviorthrough Jesus Christ our Lordbe glory, majesty dominion and authority., before all time and now and forever. Amen. |
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87 | Will God forgive me? | Jude 1:24 | meta | 235023 | ||
Dear friend, It is evident by the tenderness of your heart that you did by no means fall away. If every time we had a thought that was not divine, if that were were to be the cause of disqualification from eternal life then surely heaven would have no human being there other than Jesus Christ. (I know He is more than just a man but He is also a risen human being). How does Satan tempt us? Does every thought we have originate with us. Are not some thoughts inspired by The Holy Spirit. Are not some thoughts lies from the evil one? Even if you did entertain it. It may be a sin but that is not equal to falling away. Please read all of Hebrews 6:4-12. You should note that two things are necessary for this type of scenario. You must first have been enlightened and tasted the heavenly gift and been made partakers of the Holy Spirit, and have tasted the good word of God and the powers of the age to come and then fallen away. So do you qualify for the first part. I believe you may be in a process of experiencing it but not having fully tasted the good word of God and the powers of the age to come. If you had you would not be so easily moved from the place of confidence in the desire and power of Christ to save you. Heb 12:2 states that Jesus is both the author and the perfecter of our faith. Also Rom 5:10 states "for if while we were enemies we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, much more having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His Life." Did you catch that how much more... shall we BE SAVED BY HIS LIFE. A study of the words "Christ dwell" in the new testament would also be helpful. Please continue to seek God through all of the scriptures. Your fragile state can only be remedied by studying the scriptures and praying for God to enlighten you to the incredible love that Jesus Christ has for you and the solid assurance of salvation that comes from knowing Him. I am sure others will present a list of well known scriptures for the assurance of salvation. The second part of this scenario in Hebrews is referred to as "and then have fallen away". This is a seriouse state. You must have produced some seriouse bad fruit to qualify as having fallen away. I am going to be subjective here. I know someone who experienced a lot of wonderful stuff in Christ. His power, His faithfulness, His Love and many other benefits. This person after walking away from The Lord and the church eventually denied that any of it was real. They denied by their lifestyle and with their words that Jesus Christ is God. That person I believe fulfills this scripture. However, even in that case we must realise that this scripture in Heb 6 does not say what you wrote. It says "it is impossible to renew them again to repentance, since they again crucify to themselves the Son of God and put Him to open shame." At the very least we must realise that the scriptures are written to us not to God but by God. Therefore we can safely say it this way "It is impossible (for you)to renew them again to repentance. Is it impossible for the Holy Spirit? Perhaps. Think on the following also Rev 12:10 The evil one is also referred to as the accuser of the brethren. Luke 19:10 "For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost. Jude vs 24,25 says. " Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to make you stand in the presence of His glory blameless with great joy,to the only God our Savior through Jesus Christ our Lord be glory, majesty dominion and authority, before all time and now and forever. Amen. Your journey has just begun. You will learn how to deal with these lies as you grow in discernment and the knowledge of Gods word. Bless you. Be free. Meta |
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88 | Will God forgive me? | Jude 1:24 | meta | 235024 | ||
oops Please forgive. I accidentally posted by hitting the wrong key. The answer #1 posted is complete. The one listed as #2 was not. please ignore #2 Thanks Meta. |
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89 | Revalation 6:2 | Rev 6:2 | meta | 221418 | ||
Hello Auhsoj Mulb You said the horse in Rev 19 is Jesus, Don't you mean the one sitting on the horse is Jesus? Meta |
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