Bible Question: Dear bjanko, Scripture please? I wrote a pretty good (in my humble opinion) reply and asked for some references. Perhaps you didn't like my tone, and for that I apologize. Or, perhaps you forgot, or didn't want to answer. Then, I take back the apology :-) Please, friend, the question was 'hanging' until Lady Magdelon accidently 'answered' it. In Christ Jesus. |
Bible Answer: I did give you verses, I just didn't cite Chap and verse, assuming you would be familiar with them. I said, "I think it is Proverbs that says children are a blessing from the Lord." I was wrong; it's Psalm 127:3 "Behold, children are a gift of the LORD, The fruit of the womb is a reward" It follows that a gift not be returned to the Giver, but be enjoyed and appreciated. For instance, another great gift of God is the righteousness He has imputed to us in the Lord Jesus Christ. That's not something we would take it upon ourselves to deny or return to Him. There are other passages which show God's nature and so "by inference" I see that life and death are in his hands. If nothing else, look at the providential way He gave victory and defeat to Israel, depending on their obedience/disobedience. I could perhaps say more or be more specific, but I find myself falling asleep at my computer as I type, so I must go. Forgive me, Good night, bjanko |