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841 | How did James know about Forest Fires | James 3:5 | Mommapbs | 67689 | ||
Greetings dweaver! This is the verse you are asking about. James is using a physical object lesson to convey a point about the tongue, the instrument of speech. Perhaps today he might say, "just one spark of static electricity can ignite the fumes around a gas pump!" No one has to elaborate about the results of this either. I have never been to Israel, but certainly James was familiar with forests - anyway, Jesus was a carpenter! Man is not required to start a forest fire; combine combustables in a dry climate and a lightening strike and the result will be fire! I like this chapter - it is very sobering and challenging. We should all pay close attention to James' words of wisdom! It has been said "the pen is mightier than the sword." This is because words are powerful - they can wound or heal. Sadly, as James notes in verse 8, most often the tongue is full of deadly poison! How often do we say things and then regret what we have uttered? Yet once spoken, words cannot be taken back. All too often they are LONG remembered, doing even greater damage in the mind's memory than when they were first issued. Just like a spark can set a whole forest ablaze, a word carelessly spoken can bring wounds and destruction to those who hear them. Thankfully, we have the Living Word, Jesus, who is more than able to bind up the hurts we inflict upon each other with our words. Our words are powerful, but they are NOT ALL powerful! Blessings to you! mommapbs PS What do you think might be an effective "fire" extinguisher? see verses 17-18. |
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842 | Prayer Chains and biblical truth. | James 5:16 | Mommapbs | 48238 | ||
We are told to "pray for one another." Don't deny believers in your fellowship this God given privilege because of a few tactless remarks. God is bigger than their ignorance! You wrote: "I find myself wanting to protect my little one." WHO is the only ONE who is ABLE to protect her??? Don't be guilty of the same "ignorance" by not seeking the intercession of others for your little girl! I'll lift her (and you) up before the Throne of Grace too! May God comfort you with the peace of His presence. Blessings, Mommapbs PS. Now go and make that call! I suspect that you will be surprised at how God "shows up" in your circumstances - don't limit Him, but be looking for Him! |
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843 | Women in the Bible | 1 Pet 2:9 | Mommapbs | 75339 | ||
Greetings cottonjunior. In the Old Testament, only men, those from the lineage of Aaron were called priests,(Ex 28-9) but in the New Testament, we see that women are included in the "priesthood" of believers.(2 Peter 2:9) We all have a responsibility to bring the truth and light of the Gospel to those in darkness. As far as women go, in the Old Testament, Deborah is mentioned as a prophetess,(Judges 4:4) in the New Testament, Anna (Luke 2:36)is also called a phropetess. Dorcas is described as a disciple. (Acts 9:36) Women were mentioned as "ministers" "Many women were there looking on from a distance, who had followed Jesus from Galilee while ministering to Him." Mt 27:55 However, women are never mentioned as being in positions Church leadership as Bishops or Pastors. (Overseer, Shepherds, elders 1 Tim 3:2) These offices are fulfilled by men. Romans 16:1 describes Phoebe as a "deaconess" or servant or helper in the church. (Both men and women are to fulfill this role!) Acts 18 tells the story of Priscilla and Aquila - they were missionaries (evangelists) and explained the Truth to Apollos. The word "preacher" may be applicable to women as all believers are called to go into the world and PREACH the Gospel! An Apostle was a special category that included men who had been with Jesus. Paul is also called an Apostle on account of his special encounter and teaching by the risen Christ. As a woman, I desire to be obedient to that which the Lord has called me. From Scripture, I know that I am not an Apostle and will not be called to be a Pastor (or a Bishop). I know what my gifts are and in addition to using these for His glory, I endeavor to tell others about Jesus - for God calls all of us to be ready to give an account of the hope that we have in Him! (1 Peter 3:15) Be sure to look up these references! Blessings, mommapbs |
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844 | What's the proper response to injustice? | 1 Pet 2:19 | Mommapbs | 153015 | ||
You asked for Scripture and not personal experience: Consider MATTHEW 10:16. May the Lord speak to you here. | ||||||
845 | What is this way | 1 Pet 2:20 | Mommapbs | 147754 | ||
Greetings, the "four-fold way": wisdom, stature, favor with God, and favor with man, are perhaps what you are thinking about here. If this is how Jesus grew, and God is in the process of transforming us into His likeness, (Rom 12:2; 2 Cor 3:18)we too should see evidence of this happening in our lives too. As I consider this verse, I find that I am focusing on the word "favor." charis; a prim. word; grace, kindness:--blessing(1), concession(1), credit(3), favor(11), gift(1), grace(122), gracious(2), gracious work(3), gratitude(1), thank(3), thankfulness(2), thanks(6). Please note the reference in 1 Peter 2:20 of what brings "favor" with God. How do you think Jesus grew in "favor with men?" How do we grow in favor with men? (the aroma of Christ comes to mind here 2 Cor 2:14) The idea of "grew" or increase is to progress. I suspect that His wisdom and stature or maturity might be the understanding of the human predicament He found Himself in. Heb 2:14-18; 4:15-16. How do we grow in wisdom or understanding (James 1:5) and maturity? (see Heb 5:11-14) Blessings, mommapbs |
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846 | Seperated from husband.What do this mean | 1 Pet 3:1 | Mommapbs | 123945 | ||
Koda - welcome to the Forum. The purpose of this body is to discuss what the Bible says. The situation you have presented is personal in nature and I encourage you to seek the counsel of your Pastor or a Godly individual who is aquainted with your situation. In reference to your question, Peter is telling us to be Christlike in our responses to another's sin (in this I am inclinded to see the sin of unbelief). God is patient with us, not wanting any to perish. We are to set the example-keep to the "high road"! We do not repay evil with evil; in your anger, sin not. I also encourage you to read 1 Cor 7:15. Does this apply to your situation? May God guide and direct you. Blessings, mommapbs |
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847 | Seperated from huband.What do this mean? | 1 Pet 3:1 | Mommapbs | 123946 | ||
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848 | Post 6001, now 6004 How are you so wise? | 1 Pet 3:12 | Mommapbs | 112961 | ||
Searcher - I'm lost on this thread with your references to these old posts by two respected Forum members. You asked: "How does God continue to give you wisdom?" By His Spirit, through His Word, through circumstances, through prayer, and through other people. I often look for confirmation in these four areas to discern God's voice. (BTW, I know when it's God's wisdom, for I could not have come up with what He tells me on my own - I'm blonde!) Blessings to you, mommapbs |
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849 | What are we to say? | 1 Pet 3:15 | Mommapbs | 101680 | ||
Radioman - Can two walk together unless they be agreed? The Lord desires to be my Companion yet if I choose not to walk with Him, how can I tell anyone else about the "hope I have IN Him?" If our "defense" is without experience is it reasonable for another to believe; is it logical if it is not practical? I think that at times we speak apart from intimate knowledge of the Savior and it leads to confusion in the body. How I wish that folks here would readily tell of what God is doing in their lives this day, rather than rely upon their tales of conversion. Hope I don't hit too many nerves out there, but this really bothers me. mommapbs |
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850 | Who exactly did Jesus preach to? | 1 Pet 3:19 | Mommapbs | 134331 | ||
See post 56103 (enter this number in the quick search field) This topic has been discussed! Before you post a question on a verse, check to see if the "n" is in green. If so, it means that there are notes in the archives to read first. Blessings, mommapbs |
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851 | Holy Spirit or holy spirit; (s)Spirit? | 1 Pet 4:6 | Mommapbs | 139095 | ||
Greetings Ray - How has the flesh been judged? What gives us life? The Spirit or the spirit? Blessings, mommapbs |
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852 | Reviled IN the name of Christ? | 1 Pet 4:14 | Mommapbs | 148766 | ||
Greetings Ray - when one is "in the name of Christ" can we agree that this would identify the individual as a Christ follower? Why would anyone be reviled if he/she were not "in" Christ? Seems to me that when someone is "in" Christ one is fair game for the enemy! This is an assurance of our salvation (because the Spirit of God and of glory rests on you)of a sort don't you think? Praying God's blessings upon you dear brother! mommapbs |
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853 | casting our cares on Jesus | 1 Pet 5:7 | Mommapbs | 108673 | ||
Welcome to the Forum. I love this verse. It is rich in meaning. (I especially like the Amplified's use of "one and for all.") Have you ever seen a animal that is "cast"? It gets into a position that it can not get up by itself. When I think of casting my burdens or cares upon the Lord, I think of this word picture. Once cast on Him, I cannot take that burden up again. If I can, then it was not really "cast" in the first place. All too often we think that God needs our help to solve our problems; He doesn't. So, to cast means (to me anyway) to LET GO and LET GOD. Blessings, mommapbs |
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854 | who wrote the bible and when was it firs | 2 Pet 1:21 | Mommapbs | 84185 | ||
Greetings: You can read more about the origin of the Bible at these two sites - as well as others by doing a web search. http://198.92.124.175/bfotf/originofbible.html http://www.citw.org.uk/origin.htm As a side note, when God wrote the Law on the tablets of stone for Moses, this was the first time His Word was "written!" mommapbs |
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855 | Bibiography for the Holy Bible | 2 Pet 1:21 | Mommapbs | 134476 | ||
Greetings BHW - currently the Forum has been addressing the subject of the "inspired text" - meaning the ORIGINAL autographs vs translations that we possess today. Imo, the Bible needs no "bibliography!" All Scripture is inspired by God - 2 Tim 3:16 But know this first of all, that no prophecy of Scripture is a matter of one's own interpretation, - 2 Peter 1:20 Blessisngs, mommapbs |
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856 | what is a johova whitness | 2 Pet 2:1 | Mommapbs | 112907 | ||
Go to this site on the web: www.apologeticsindex.org/j02.html | ||||||
857 | 1 Peter 3:19-20. What does it mean? | 2 Pet 2:4 | Mommapbs | 49879 | ||
Greetings Debbie F. Evan D. Baltz in his message entitled “The Ultimate Victory” states: “Christ made proclamation. This word means, to publish or proclaim openly: something which has been done. It does not connote the message that is proclaimed. Often, the herald of the King would stand up and proclaim to the kingdom the nations victory in battle. The context must determine the message which is declared. What is the main point? Victory in suffering--Christ is the example. Peter is talking about Christ's victory over death. That is the context, therefore that is the message. Christ proclaimed his victory over death--and much more as we shall see. All right, to whom did he make this announcement? The text says, "the spirits now in prison." Okay if that isn't dead people who is it then? When the bible uses the word spirit, and is referring to a human's spirit, it is always qualified as such. Always. Here there is no such qualification. In fact this term is set in opposition to the word "persons" mentioned in verse 20. When the Bible speaks of spirits it is talking about angels. Now there are different kind of angels. There are elect and fallen. Of the fallen there are bound and unbound. Of the bound there are two kinds, permanently bound and temporarily bound. Permanently bound angels are said to exist in prison. Peter's readers must have known who and what he was talking about because he doesn't go into further explanation. Look at 2 Peter 2:4-6 where he mentions similar such ideas as are found here in 3:18-22. "For if God did not spare angels when they sinned, but sent them to hell, putting them into gloomy dungeons to be held for judgment; 5 if he did not spare the ancient world when he brought the flood on its ungodly people, but protected Noah, a preacher of righteousness, and seven others; 6 if he condemned the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah by burning them to ashes, and made them an example of what is going to happen to the ungodly;" These are events from Genesis. Events that were common knowledge to his readers.” You can read the entire text at www.ccel.org go to the study bible section and input 1 Peter, then go to chapter 3 for the complete sermon and other study materials. May God bless you as you seek to know Him through His Word! Mommapbs |
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858 | Jehonadab. Who is your master? | 2 Pet 2:21 | Mommapbs | 102395 | ||
Greetings George! Jehonadab has not responded to this question, yet his last post was 10/29. I suspect that either he is unsure of who his master is or he doesn't want to declare it on this Forum. Let's pray that he sees the Light while it is still today. mommapbs |
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859 | Isolda: What Book Report? | 1 John | Mommapbs | 93209 | ||
I think Isolda is asking for a "commentary" on 1 John - the best I can do is to quote the Author: "These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know that you have eternal life." 1 John 5:13 mommapbs |
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860 | Where did the the light com from? | 1 John 1:5 | Mommapbs | 113316 | ||
Greetings quickfast77! God IS Light! For God, who said, "Light shall shine out of darkness," is the One who has shone in our hearts to give the Light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ. 2 Cor 4:6 "I have come as Light into the world, so that everyone who believes in Me will not remain in darkness." John 12:46 And there will no longer be any night; and they will not have need of the light of a lamp nor the light of the sun, because the Lord God will illumine them; and they will reign forever and ever. Rev 22:5 I hope these verses help. mommapbs |
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