Hi Caleb, salvation means to be saved from hell. John 3:16. Everyone will go to hell if not saved. Only those who genuinely choose to follow Jesus Christ will be saved. The link at the bottom that says Become a Christian has more verses.
One thing I'll add is its general Christian tradition to claim that you're immediately "saved" when you "accept" Jesus into your "heart", but that's not exactly what the Bible says. I'd carefully read all the verses, especially what Jesus says in the gospel books. I haven't found any verses that say we're saved on earth as soon as we utter magic words, or that we get to skip judgment day, but have found verses that say if we follow Jesus (including obedience) then we can have assurance of salvation. Verses talk about salvation to come. Basically, I think a lot of people are deceived into thinking they can take 2 seconds away from pursuing evil to "accept Christ" then return to their normal pursuit of the world. But the Bible says we are to become slaves to righteousness. It contradicts a lot of what you hear on TV or in mainstream Christianity which often tries to appease pop culture's morals instead of God's morals. The Bible says in the end many will cry out Lord Lord assuming they were saved but are not.
Genesis 2:15,16,17, Genesis 3:1-6, skipping parts Genesis 3:14,15, between the seed of Serpent - Revelation 20:2,
John 8:34, 1John 3, Romans 5, John 3:16-21, James 1:5, Proverbs 8:17,
Example, simple Salvation "GOD save me" many times in life threatening situations, & many times HE has. Psalms 18:3, Psalms 107:13, Psalms 44:7, Luke 18:42, Psalms 34:6,
Matthew 10:22, Hebrews 2, Matthew 24, Mark 13, Psalms 139,
God wasn't created. He's always been. This includes Jesus, who has always been as it says in John 1:2. Jesus wasn't created, but is the creator as the Bible says. Some falsely assume begotten means something other than what it means. Jesus chose to become a man and be born in the flesh and lived and died among us for the forgiveness of our sins. The Bible says Jesus is the King of Kings and Alpha and Omega and Almighty God. Revelation 1:8, 1 Timothy 6:15, Revelation 19:15-16.
I'm not sure if this is what you're looking for or not, but you can search Jesus, click Who is Jesus and get into various pages, one showing Jesus's quotes.
I think if you click on each verse you can see other translations and probably commentaries. You asked where you could find more understandable quotes of Jesus, so maybe that points you in the right direction?
The Bible talks about the rapture in the following verses. Beware of anyone trying to convince you it isn't there:
1 Thessalonians 4:17 - Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.
Matthew 24:40-41
Luke 17:35
Revelation 3:10
1 Corinthians 15:51-52
John 14:3
Mark 13:32 says not even Jesus knows the day of when the end will be. So, be ready.
If we come up against false teachers, whether in the Church or elsewhere, I always first take the low road. I'm always up for a discussion, whoever they might be or whatever their persuasion. In the past, I've always entertained those who call themselves, Jehovah's Witnesses, engaging them in discussion as to what & why they believe. And any exchange of questions & Scriptures generally brings us to some sort of climax in the discussion. Ultimately, they aren't able to answer my questions which generally go deeper than their understanding allows and they excuse themselves.
So, a discussion would be my first attempt, so as to ensure we're understanding each other correctly, then maybe a gentle but firm presentation of what the Bible states, and if they violently corrupt God's Word, then a rebuke. But in the Church, if a questionable person or presentation is received, then one always can approach the pastor or elders for clarification. Yet, in no way should we lose our Christian demeanor & the Holy Spirit's control over our lives & conversation; it would be better to back off & leave the matter to others & praying for God's Light to shine on them.
If you want to read about Jesus, Luke 1, is a good Book to start, you can search words in this site also.
Many people try reading the Bible from cover to cover in a year or less. As you read & study you will notice several Scriptures of the Bible will speak about the same situations, people & events at times, so as you get to know scripture more, you might want to study multiple scriptures together.
Solomon is credited for Proverbs 1, some of the Psalms, Ecclesiastes 1, others similar Ecclesiasticus 1, Wisdom of Solomon 1, Song of Solomon 1, it seems much easier to understand deeper Songs of Solomon when understanding other scriptures, like Psalms 1, Psalms 42:1, also the love story of Solomon,
"spoiler ALERT," = sadly the love of many wives turned Solomon's heart away from GOD & the nation. 1Kings 11,
But Jesus is Greater than Solomon! Matthew 12:42, John 10:23-42, Matthew 6, Matthew 6:26-33,
Most people will be saved after the second resurrection.
Those in the first resurrection are saved in the feast of the passover, they will never see death, death passes over them, they are translated into the kingdom: all else will die, be raised back to their flesh, judged by the words of God, just as the firstfruits were, brought to truth, in the feast of the ingathering, the feast of tabernacles, the second resurrection, AND when they come to truth, they will die a second time, and be translated into the kingdom, just like the firstfruits.
The second can't take place till all the firstfruits are gathered. The firstfruits are the ones that will judge the earth and give those in the second resurrection the same inheritance as they were given, eternal life.
Romans 8:19 For the earnest expectation of the creation WAITETH for the MANIFESTATION of the SONS OF GOD.
Romans 8:21 For the creation itself ALSO shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption (death) into the glorious liberty of the children of God.
God Bless YOU, I will answer any questions and show you were to find the answers, most answers are in Mosses and the prophets, just ask, if i miss a question ask again.
Thank you One-eighty, I appreciate that you have detected this attitude in me, as it is so very true of my heart, I never wish to be hurtful to anyone, but do want to follow the lead of the Holy Spirit and not be fearful to speak what seems best. I know we do not agree on all things, but I am thankful we continue to communicate and share. We are "sharpening" one another and that is always a good thing. Our conversations compel us to go to the Word of God for clarity, authority, and teaching.
And, yes, we need to be humble enough to be able to take criticism, correction, or opposition. Any of us can err and most of the time we have right understanding of the doctrines of the faith. Sometimes we just need a little more "light" to bring us to fuller understanding.
I desire to have a teachable, amenable mind and heart. I care about others on here and desire others to be comfortable with bringing forward their ideas. There are many on here who are so solid in their faith and doctrine and give such good answers. So thankful for them!
Have a blessed night, One-Eighty. I keep you in my prayers along with others who I frequently converse with on this site.
Hello Sammi, This is the 2nd time today this verse in Jn 12:32 has come to me. It makes me wonder like you are wondering.
This was said by Jesus after raising Lazarus from the dead; after His anointing with oil by the woman in Behtany; and after His triumphal entry into Jerusalem when all the people hailed Him as the expected Messianic King. He had just addressed some Greeks who came to Jerusalem to worship and had asked to see Him. This is where He said "He who love His life will lose it; and he who hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life. And then He called those around Him to follow Him if they wish to serve Him.
In the next section He said that His soul was troubled, being absorbed concerning His upcoming suffering and death, the bearing of the sins of the world and receiving in His body and soul the full wrath of God for sin. But ends His thoughts by saying, "But for this purpose I came to this hour. Father, glorify Your name." Jesus knew that His purpose was to live a sinless life and then take our sins to the cross to die in our place and take the hell of God's wrath as our substitute. Only He, being both man and God could do this work. It was the eternal plan and purpose of God for creating all things to begin with, -to redeem a people for Himself to abide with Him forever in His love, grace, and mercy.
Next, Jesus says "Now is the judgment of this world, now is the ruler of this world (Satan) cast down. And if I am lifted up from the earth, I will draw all men (peoples) to myself."
So, it may be that in being lifted up on the cross to die for us, Jesus, by taking away the sins of the world, opens the way for men to draw near to God in Christ. He draws men to Him, not in judgment for their sins, but in invitation to receive what He wrought on the cross. All can come to the cross of Christ and be saved. It may be saying that God provides grace for each person to be able to come to faith, but then again, not all will act on this grace.
I found out today that the application that I applied for for the Mill Pond Apartments in Auburn Washington was declined however the leasing manager / assistant property manager informed me that to show her my verification of income for my SSDI letter and not to mention my additional money that is given to me to pay my apartment currently from the Catholic community services housing essential needs program or Hen program I hope that I will be approved on that hand because I love the place that I looked at yesterday it was very beautiful and quiet and peaceful please pray that I will be approved please pray. Thank you and God bless
Fourthly, the Ten Commandments were given to Israel & were binding upon them. Some of their objectives were:
a. to reveal the Holiness of the Eternal God to His people, Israel: Leviticus 19:2; Leviticus 20:7-8.
b. to set Israel apart as distinct from all the other nations: Exodus 19:5.
c. to reveal man's sinfulness: Galatians 3:19. Although the Law is "holy, just & good ( Romans 7:12), it did not provide salvation for the nation of Israel; and it cannot provide salvation to anyone who wants to or tries to keep the Law. No one will be declared righteous in God's sight by the works of the law; rather, through the law we become conscious of our sin ( Romans 3:20; Acts 13:38-39).
d. to show to humanity that not one person can fully keep the Law but everyone falls short of God's Standard of Holiness. Realizing that, should cause us to cast ourselves upon a Merciful God for His Forgiveness. When Jesus came, He fulfilled the requirements of the Law completely and by His death fully paid the penalty for their breaking it ( Galatians 3:24; Romans 10:4). Therefore, by His Obedience, He was qualified to be the accepted Sacrifice for all mankind, for all of our sins ( Hebrews 10:10-12). If Jesus failed in fully keeping the Law, He would have been disqualified as a Savior - all mankind would be forever stuck in the quagmire of their sins & hell would be the destiny. But He was raised from the dead to show His Father's acceptance, our justification & deliverance ( Romans 4:23-25).
I hope you can see Ani, that even though there was nothing wrong with the Law, even keeping the Sabbath by Israel, anyone who puts themselves under the Law (i.e. to find forgiveness or acceptance by God by it), is doomed to fail. Our Rest - continual rest (Sabbath) is now found in Jesus & not in Law-keeping & we can only be subject now to the Holy Spirit who enables us to fulfil both the spirit of the Law & finding the true rest in Christ Jesus ( 2 Corinthians 3:6-9; Romans 8:1-4).
Hi Ani. GiGi has shared accurately with you and I would like to add some more thoughts for your study & consideration.
I'm unsure where you obtained this particular Bible study book from, as it's clearly slanted towards 'keeping of the Law'. Does your Church support this teaching or are you doing this study by personal choice?
Firstly, the Jewish Sabbath has always been the Saturday (from sundown Friday to sundown Saturday) & was given to Israel as part of the other commandments for them to observe ( Exodus 20:8-11). Why was this particular Command given? It was the seventh day when the LORD ceased from His Work of creating & it was for a remembrance when God brought out His people "with a mighty hand & a stretched out arm": i.e. from the perennial state of bondage & hard labor in Egypt to a time of liberty & rest. Even when Israel collected their food (Manna) while in the desert, they were not allowed to gather it on the seventh day ( Exodus 16:19-30), indicating the sanctity of the Sabbath Day.
Secondly, the Christian observance of Sunday, is not a redefining of the Jewish Sabbath - it is what is termed, the Lord's Day ( Revelation 1:10), or the First Day of the Week ( Acts 20:7, 1 Corinthians 16:2) - never the Sabbath.
Thirdly, the Church is not required to observe the Jewish Sabbath as we were never in bondage in Egypt & brought into Canaan. We were however, once in bondage to sin & the flesh & now given a glorious forgiveness & release into the Lord's Rest. See Matthew 11:28-30 and Hebrews 4:1-11. Not only is the Christian given Christ's Peace in his heart, but also a resulting rest that comes only from Him. And yet, there is also a coming rest ( Hebrews 4:9), where the word here is 'sabbatismos', or Sabbath Rest: a rest in God's Presence that will be one continual Sabbath Rest, when our earthly toils & hardships are finally over.
Thank you it helped alot, but when you say get over that initial excitement , what about when christ says return to your first love, the zeal you had when you first believed- 'im paraphasing' Revelation 2:4
i have this question tho, when christ referes to how the rich struggle to enter the kingdom of heaven, or james 1.10. i used to think that was rich by a worthly material standard, but is the tearm rich also meant to the spiritually, rich christians who are rich in what they have, is that not a sense of riches, that one can fall in the same way too? ?
Thank you for that, i agree also with that. when those test come and you come across a false teacher that misleads you, should rebuking or forgiving silently be the first call, as you try to honor the Lord our God.
it makes me angry but then, i know i dont know it all either...
Hi , is it possible , that when it says that Christ will draw all men to him , that this might be referring to when he returns ? I know that every word in the Bible is true , I also know that at this time all men are not rushing to Christ right now , could it be something that will happen in the future ? I would appreciate your thoughts on this , thanks .
I'm in complete agreement regarding your comment to Spencer on speaking boldly. We should be able to do this respectfully, which shouldn't be difficult for you, as I've witnessed all your comments as caring, hospitable, thoughtful, etc. Also, I would even welcome a reminder if and when I do the opposite, or possibly even approaching such negative attitudes. The ego is a difficult concept to relinquish, yet it is a goal of mine.
May we all in the Name of Jesus, ask the Father to keep us mindful of His Love for us and ours for Him, and each other.
Dear Ani, I think that we are to obey all of the Commands that Jesus and the apostles affirmed as binding on the Christian believer. But Jesus and Paul both have removed the obligation to keep a Saturday Sabbath, because we have entered into the 'rest" promised of God through salvation by faith. The other commandments, Jesus spoke extensively about in the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5-7 are binding because they are how we are to love God and others. The Sabbath was made for man, not for God, with the intention that we have rest from our labors.
Dear Alex, Your doctrine of universal salvation regardless of belief or unbelief in Jesus and His work as well as your doctrine of God being born and replicated in us is what is in error.
Refer to John 3:18-19 and Luke 13:3 (Jesus said to repent or perish)
The Sciptures says that the Holy Spirit, Christ, and the Father all come to dwell within the believer, but all are not remade into baby gods in us, nor replicated in our human persons.
Read Ephesians 2:22 and Ephesians 3:17
John 14:17 and John 14:23
God does not change, as in the Spirit being born in us as child that grows. Only Jesus was Incarnated, not the Holy Spirit.
Read Psalm 102:27 and Hebrews 1:12 and Malachi 3:6
Alex, I know that we have addressed these doctrines before, but I still believe that YOU are the one in direct opposition to the revealed Word of God.
Good afternoon, S. Spencer. I do think we should speak boldly and be straightforward when it comes to addressing error and those who speak it forth on here. They are being bold in promoting their doctrines. We, too, can be equally bold, and should be. There will always be those who just do not like it when someone names names and highlights how a doctrine is in error. But we are exhorted to do so in Scripture and there is a good reason for this exhortation: to keep others from being led astray from the truth of God's revealed Word.
We are certainly to be loving and gracious in our wording in our attitude towards others, but we should not cower back when someone complains about "judging" or being "unaccepting" or "taking the plank out of one's eye before attempting to take the speck out of another's eye." We contend for the truth because it truly matters. It is just as much a command as it is to be hospitable to others.
Maybe the one posted to may not be receptive but we can pray that there may be others who have the same Spirit and are. We can always pray for any who we disagree with or who's doctrines are at odds with Scripture. And, definitely, we should pray for wisdom and guidance as to how we are to respond and what to say.
So, keep up the good work. You and I have had some differences, but we have been mature and caring, so that we can work through differences and continue having meaningful, appropriate, and sincere dialogue and mutual concern for one another. i appreciate that!
One thing I'll add is its general Christian tradition to claim that you're immediately "saved" when you "accept" Jesus into your "heart", but that's not exactly what the Bible says. I'd carefully read all the verses, especially what Jesus says in the gospel books. I haven't found any verses that say we're saved on earth as soon as we utter magic words, or that we get to skip judgment day, but have found verses that say if we follow Jesus (including obedience) then we can have assurance of salvation. Verses talk about salvation to come. Basically, I think a lot of people are deceived into thinking they can take 2 seconds away from pursuing evil to "accept Christ" then return to their normal pursuit of the world. But the Bible says we are to become slaves to righteousness. It contradicts a lot of what you hear on TV or in mainstream Christianity which often tries to appease pop culture's morals instead of God's morals. The Bible says in the end many will cry out Lord Lord assuming they were saved but are not.
Do you follow Jesus?
Hope this was helpful
Genesis 2:15,16,17, Genesis 3:1-6, skipping parts Genesis 3:14,15, between the seed of Serpent - Revelation 20:2,
John 8:34, 1John 3, Romans 5, John 3:16-21, James 1:5, Proverbs 8:17,
Example, simple Salvation "GOD save me" many times in life threatening situations, & many times HE has. Psalms 18:3, Psalms 107:13, Psalms 44:7, Luke 18:42, Psalms 34:6,
Matthew 10:22, Hebrews 2, Matthew 24, Mark 13, Psalms 139,
Romans 10:13, context Romans 10, Everlasting Salvation, Isaiah 45:17, Acts 4,
1John 3:14, Job 38:17, Revelation 20, Psalms 49, Ecclesiastes 8:8, Romans 5, Revelation 21,
Hopefully these are helpful
I'm not sure if this is what you're looking for or not, but you can search Jesus, click Who is Jesus and get into various pages, one showing Jesus's quotes.
I think if you click on each verse you can see other translations and probably commentaries. You asked where you could find more understandable quotes of Jesus, so maybe that points you in the right direction?
1 Thessalonians 4:17 - Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.
Matthew 24:40-41
Luke 17:35
Revelation 3:10
1 Corinthians 15:51-52
John 14:3
Mark 13:32 says not even Jesus knows the day of when the end will be. So, be ready.
KJV 1611
You can search on Brave online
So, a discussion would be my first attempt, so as to ensure we're understanding each other correctly, then maybe a gentle but firm presentation of what the Bible states, and if they violently corrupt God's Word, then a rebuke. But in the Church, if a questionable person or presentation is received, then one always can approach the pastor or elders for clarification. Yet, in no way should we lose our Christian demeanor & the Holy Spirit's control over our lives & conversation; it would be better to back off & leave the matter to others & praying for God's Light to shine on them.
2Timothy 2:15,
Matthew 6, John 3:16,
James 1:5, James 4:8,
Is a good place to start.
If you want to read about Jesus, Luke 1, is a good Book to start, you can search words in this site also.
Many people try reading the Bible from cover to cover in a year or less. As you read & study you will notice several Scriptures of the Bible will speak about the same situations, people & events at times, so as you get to know scripture more, you might want to study multiple scriptures together.
Solomon is credited for Proverbs 1, some of the Psalms, Ecclesiastes 1, others similar Ecclesiasticus 1, Wisdom of Solomon 1, Song of Solomon 1, it seems much easier to understand deeper Songs of Solomon when understanding other scriptures, like Psalms 1, Psalms 42:1, also the love story of Solomon,
"spoiler ALERT," = sadly the love of many wives turned Solomon's heart away from GOD & the nation. 1Kings 11,
But Jesus is Greater than Solomon! Matthew 12:42, John 10:23-42, Matthew 6, Matthew 6:26-33,
Hopefully these are helpful
I agree with you.
That means a lot.
God bless you and Goodnight.
Please know "rapture" is not in the Bible, please read & study for yourself, Truth 2Timothy 2:15,
Job 14:12-14, 1Thessalonians 4:13-18, 2Thessalonians 2,
Revelation 10:7, Revelation 6:9-17, notice Jesus says Matthew 24:13, Mark 13:13,
Hopefully these are helpful
Most people will be saved after the second resurrection.
Those in the first resurrection are saved in the feast of the passover, they will never see death, death passes over them, they are translated into the kingdom: all else will die, be raised back to their flesh, judged by the words of God, just as the firstfruits were, brought to truth, in the feast of the ingathering, the feast of tabernacles, the second resurrection, AND when they come to truth, they will die a second time, and be translated into the kingdom, just like the firstfruits.
The second can't take place till all the firstfruits are gathered. The firstfruits are the ones that will judge the earth and give those in the second resurrection the same inheritance as they were given, eternal life.
Romans 8:19 For the earnest expectation of the creation WAITETH for the MANIFESTATION of the SONS OF GOD.
Romans 8:21 For the creation itself ALSO shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption (death) into the glorious liberty of the children of God.
God Bless YOU, I will answer any questions and show you were to find the answers, most answers are in Mosses and the prophets, just ask, if i miss a question ask again.
And, yes, we need to be humble enough to be able to take criticism, correction, or opposition. Any of us can err and most of the time we have right understanding of the doctrines of the faith. Sometimes we just need a little more "light" to bring us to fuller understanding.
I desire to have a teachable, amenable mind and heart. I care about others on here and desire others to be comfortable with bringing forward their ideas. There are many on here who are so solid in their faith and doctrine and give such good answers. So thankful for them!
Have a blessed night, One-Eighty. I keep you in my prayers along with others who I frequently converse with on this site.
This was said by Jesus after raising Lazarus from the dead; after His anointing with oil by the woman in Behtany; and after His triumphal entry into Jerusalem when all the people hailed Him as the expected Messianic King. He had just addressed some Greeks who came to Jerusalem to worship and had asked to see Him. This is where He said "He who love His life will lose it; and he who hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life. And then He called those around Him to follow Him if they wish to serve Him.
In the next section He said that His soul was troubled, being absorbed concerning His upcoming suffering and death, the bearing of the sins of the world and receiving in His body and soul the full wrath of God for sin. But ends His thoughts by saying, "But for this purpose I came to this hour. Father, glorify Your name." Jesus knew that His purpose was to live a sinless life and then take our sins to the cross to die in our place and take the hell of God's wrath as our substitute. Only He, being both man and God could do this work. It was the eternal plan and purpose of God for creating all things to begin with, -to redeem a people for Himself to abide with Him forever in His love, grace, and mercy.
Next, Jesus says "Now is the judgment of this world, now is the ruler of this world (Satan) cast down. And if I am lifted up from the earth, I will draw all men (peoples) to myself."
So, it may be that in being lifted up on the cross to die for us, Jesus, by taking away the sins of the world, opens the way for men to draw near to God in Christ. He draws men to Him, not in judgment for their sins, but in invitation to receive what He wrought on the cross. All can come to the cross of Christ and be saved. It may be saying that God provides grace for each person to be able to come to faith, but then again, not all will act on this grace.
Fourthly, the Ten Commandments were given to Israel & were binding upon them. Some of their objectives were:
a. to reveal the Holiness of the Eternal God to His people, Israel: Leviticus 19:2; Leviticus 20:7-8.
b. to set Israel apart as distinct from all the other nations: Exodus 19:5.
c. to reveal man's sinfulness: Galatians 3:19. Although the Law is "holy, just & good ( Romans 7:12), it did not provide salvation for the nation of Israel; and it cannot provide salvation to anyone who wants to or tries to keep the Law. No one will be declared righteous in God's sight by the works of the law; rather, through the law we become conscious of our sin ( Romans 3:20; Acts 13:38-39).
d. to show to humanity that not one person can fully keep the Law but everyone falls short of God's Standard of Holiness. Realizing that, should cause us to cast ourselves upon a Merciful God for His Forgiveness. When Jesus came, He fulfilled the requirements of the Law completely and by His death fully paid the penalty for their breaking it ( Galatians 3:24; Romans 10:4). Therefore, by His Obedience, He was qualified to be the accepted Sacrifice for all mankind, for all of our sins ( Hebrews 10:10-12). If Jesus failed in fully keeping the Law, He would have been disqualified as a Savior - all mankind would be forever stuck in the quagmire of their sins & hell would be the destiny. But He was raised from the dead to show His Father's acceptance, our justification & deliverance ( Romans 4:23-25).
I hope you can see Ani, that even though there was nothing wrong with the Law, even keeping the Sabbath by Israel, anyone who puts themselves under the Law (i.e. to find forgiveness or acceptance by God by it), is doomed to fail. Our Rest - continual rest (Sabbath) is now found in Jesus & not in Law-keeping & we can only be subject now to the Holy Spirit who enables us to fulfil both the spirit of the Law & finding the true rest in Christ Jesus ( 2 Corinthians 3:6-9; Romans 8:1-4).
Hi Ani. GiGi has shared accurately with you and I would like to add some more thoughts for your study & consideration.
I'm unsure where you obtained this particular Bible study book from, as it's clearly slanted towards 'keeping of the Law'. Does your Church support this teaching or are you doing this study by personal choice?
Firstly, the Jewish Sabbath has always been the Saturday (from sundown Friday to sundown Saturday) & was given to Israel as part of the other commandments for them to observe ( Exodus 20:8-11). Why was this particular Command given? It was the seventh day when the LORD ceased from His Work of creating & it was for a remembrance when God brought out His people "with a mighty hand & a stretched out arm": i.e. from the perennial state of bondage & hard labor in Egypt to a time of liberty & rest. Even when Israel collected their food (Manna) while in the desert, they were not allowed to gather it on the seventh day ( Exodus 16:19-30), indicating the sanctity of the Sabbath Day.
Secondly, the Christian observance of Sunday, is not a redefining of the Jewish Sabbath - it is what is termed, the Lord's Day ( Revelation 1:10), or the First Day of the Week ( Acts 20:7, 1 Corinthians 16:2) - never the Sabbath.
Thirdly, the Church is not required to observe the Jewish Sabbath as we were never in bondage in Egypt & brought into Canaan. We were however, once in bondage to sin & the flesh & now given a glorious forgiveness & release into the Lord's Rest. See Matthew 11:28-30 and Hebrews 4:1-11. Not only is the Christian given Christ's Peace in his heart, but also a resulting rest that comes only from Him. And yet, there is also a coming rest ( Hebrews 4:9), where the word here is 'sabbatismos', or Sabbath Rest: a rest in God's Presence that will be one continual Sabbath Rest, when our earthly toils & hardships are finally over.
i have this question tho, when christ referes to how the rich struggle to enter the kingdom of heaven, or james 1.10. i used to think that was rich by a worthly material standard, but is the tearm rich also meant to the spiritually, rich christians who are rich in what they have, is that not a sense of riches, that one can fall in the same way too? ?
it makes me angry but then, i know i dont know it all either...
I'm in complete agreement regarding your comment to Spencer on speaking boldly. We should be able to do this respectfully, which shouldn't be difficult for you, as I've witnessed all your comments as caring, hospitable, thoughtful, etc. Also, I would even welcome a reminder if and when I do the opposite, or possibly even approaching such negative attitudes. The ego is a difficult concept to relinquish, yet it is a goal of mine.
May we all in the Name of Jesus, ask the Father to keep us mindful of His Love for us and ours for Him, and each other.
Peace
GOD IS
Refer to John 3:18-19 and Luke 13:3 (Jesus said to repent or perish)
The Sciptures says that the Holy Spirit, Christ, and the Father all come to dwell within the believer, but all are not remade into baby gods in us, nor replicated in our human persons.
Read Ephesians 2:22 and Ephesians 3:17
John 14:17 and John 14:23
God does not change, as in the Spirit being born in us as child that grows. Only Jesus was Incarnated, not the Holy Spirit.
Read Psalm 102:27 and Hebrews 1:12 and Malachi 3:6
Alex, I know that we have addressed these doctrines before, but I still believe that YOU are the one in direct opposition to the revealed Word of God.
Bless you today, Alex. Always, love in Christ.
We are certainly to be loving and gracious in our wording in our attitude towards others, but we should not cower back when someone complains about "judging" or being "unaccepting" or "taking the plank out of one's eye before attempting to take the speck out of another's eye." We contend for the truth because it truly matters. It is just as much a command as it is to be hospitable to others.
Maybe the one posted to may not be receptive but we can pray that there may be others who have the same Spirit and are. We can always pray for any who we disagree with or who's doctrines are at odds with Scripture. And, definitely, we should pray for wisdom and guidance as to how we are to respond and what to say.
So, keep up the good work. You and I have had some differences, but we have been mature and caring, so that we can work through differences and continue having meaningful, appropriate, and sincere dialogue and mutual concern for one another. i appreciate that!
It will happen when the Father tells the Son to go and get the church!!!