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Results from: Answered Questions, Answers, Unanswered Questions, Notes
Contents include: "prayer"
On or After: Thursday, November 20, 2008
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Wishful praying? |
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Not Specified |
pgs |
Thu 11/20/08, 6:16am |
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In John 14:13-14 Jesus says "And I will do whatever you ask in my name.......You may ask for anything in my name, and I will do it." And in John 15:7 He says, "If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you." NIV
I understand and believe that the Lord hears all our prayers, but answers them according to our best interests, not always what we "wish" for. So, these verses are confusing to me. |
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Wishful praying? |
(?)Answered |
John 14:13 |
pgs |
Thu 11/20/08, 6:16am |
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In John 14:13-14 Jesus says "And I will do whatever you ask in my name.......You may ask for anything in my name, and I will do it." And in John 15:7 He says, "If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you." NIV
I understand and believe that the Lord hears all our prayers, but answers them according to our best interests, not always what we "wish" for. So, these verses are confusing to me. |
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Wishful praying? |
Answer |
John 14:13 |
azurelaw |
Thu 11/20/08, 6:50am |
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Dear pgs,
Welcome to the forum. I would say that you are partly correct in saying that : ...answers them according to our best interests, not always what we "wish" for...
Don't remiss v13 in Chapter 14 and v8 in Chapter 15 which are the key idea or main focus for our prayers. Do you remember the Lord's prayer in Matthew 6 that Jesus clearly state our first and main concern in the beginning few sentences:
Matt 6:9
"Pray, then, in this way:
'Our Father who is in heaven,
Hallowed be Your name.
Matt 6:10
'Your kingdom come.
Your will be done,
On earth as it is in heaven.
In other words, our "wish" or "will" should be guided by God's wish and will. When we trust in Him and abide in Him, we will pursue in knowing more about Him and His will and submit to what He wishes and wills and pray accordingly with the ultimate goal or purpose that His name be glorified and honoured.
Hope the above is helpful to you.
Shalom
Azure
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I just started reading the Bible and.... |
Answer |
OT general |
keliy |
Thu 11/20/08, 5:02pm |
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Pete,
Hello again, Thank you for bringing up some very interesting points to ponder. One thing becomes obvious to me: what is happening here is a selection of passages that seem to be contradictory on the surface, but when lining them up with the whole of Scripture, God's wonderful plan becomes abundantly clear.
Scripture will always prove Scripture. It is against God's nature for there to be a single contradiction. When there appears to be anything amiss, it is always us who possess the faulty wisdom and not God.
What you are standing upon, is the letter of the law. Not the Spirit. God's Spirit verses ink. At the risk of over-simplifying, I want to give my opinion of the Ten Commandments: The Commands were not given in order to let God choose between the ones who could keep them, better than the ones who were unable to keep them. It is about Love more than it is about obedience. Since we are unable to give God anything that He did not give to us first, then how would God actually benefit from our efforts? This is would actually amount to salvation by works. Which we have been told, is utterly imposible:
For whoever keeps the whole law and yet stumbles in one point, he has become guilty of all.
(James 2:10 NASB)
Since we will all fail, every one, the purpose of God's commands is not to keep us in line, but rather to teach us about who God is, that He is something we cannot be. God is holy, and we are sinful.
'For I am the LORD who brought you up from the land of Egypt to be your God; thus you shall be holy, for I am holy.' (Lev 11:45 NASB)
Yet we will ALL fail, as implied in Romans:
"even the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all those who believe; for there is no distinction; for ALL have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, being justified as a GIFT by His grace through the redemption WHICH IS IN Christ Jesus"
(3:22-24, NASB, -emphasis mine)
So then, where do we ever get our sufficiency for living a godly lifestyle?
We are to recognize that our sufficiency will always fail in contrast to God’s sufficiency.
Man’s sufficiency, the Bible makes clear, is not sufficient. We simply do not have the resources that make us capable to meet the task set before us. The task is godliness.
We simply do not possess the adequate resources to undertake the task of godliness—despite the fact that such is the path in which we are required to walk. (So, Pray for strength! -The Lord's Prayer is found in Matthew 6)
When we notice the contrast between our sufficiency and God’s sufficiency, we should also notice that this speaks of the differences between living by the old covenant of law and the new covenant of grace.
You may remember while reading in Matthew, as you came to the Last Supper, where Jesus said, "This cup is the new covenant in My blood which is shed for you." This means that the shed blood of Jesus Christ, is actually purchasing for God's children an awesome new arrangement for walking with God.
And Paul writes in his epistle to the Corinthians,
"Not that we are adequate in ourselves to consider anything as coming from ourselves, but our adequacy is from God, (6), who also made us adequate as servants of a new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.
(2 Cor 3:5-6 NASB)
To sum up, We are to be servants, Yes, but New covenant servants. This means we, as Christians are to occupy ourselves in the service of God under the terms of the New covenant.
The parable of the Talents was also in Matthew. Might I suggest you go back to re-read Matthew in a new light? Remember, the parable of the talents is among three farewell parables that Jesus gave to His apostles shortly before the Last Supper. This was obviously something that Jesus wanted to leave with His apostles before He departed.
In Him,
keliy
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pastor / shepherd? |
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John 21:17 |
justme |
Fri 11/21/08, 9:54am |
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Your statement seems to include to wide on scope of the reality I know and have experiended. Perhaps this is more of an issue in larger cities like Hong Kong, and others in the US.
In the three seminaries I ahve been involved in there were very few pastors involved in teaching, as these positions were for those proffessors who were called by God to teach.
May I disagree with you, but gently, that many pastors do labor and often many more hours are spent in sherherding than most have any idea. As a pastor there is no such thing as a day off, or a night you can go to sleep knowing you won't be awakened by one of the sheep needing you.
Every denomination, and church has it's own criteria for ordination. I was orignally ordained by a Souther baptist church wher I first became pastor. When I became an Americian Baptist church pastor I had to go into a very involved period of writing papers on my theology od many areas, and a formal review by several ministers and the Area Minister. These meetings lasted not quite a year. Then my ordination was recognized. In a Conservative Baptist Church I served a pastor they took my ordination as it was.
There is always more to the pastors job and calling then most people even think of. Don't judge so harshly, remember those who serve you as pastors in prayer and give encouragement as often as you can. Blessings.
justme |
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Are terms being used synonymously? |
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1 Cor 12:1 |
stjohn |
Fri 11/21/08, 10:37am |
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Hi Hiskid:
Thank you for your thoughtful response. Well said. I don't really want to get this thread going again, I just mostly wanted to extend a cordial greeting and a, "I'm so pleased to meetcha"! :-)
You are indeed blessed my dear friend. Say hi to Doc for me and tell him he is, as always, in my prayers. I hope he is feeling better today.
God bless
John |
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I just started reading the Bible and.... |
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OT general |
Hank |
Fri 11/21/08, 10:50pm |
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Pete, let's look at a few facts. Scripture is its own best interpreter, but you have only begun to scratch the surface of Scripture. A wise man examines the whole thoroughly before attempting to dissect its parts. When as a young college freshman I decided to take my major in English, I soon discovered that I did not become an expert on Shakespeare by reading through a couple of his plays, and that I was not by any means qualified to become a Shakespearean critic. A Bible commentator several years ago stated that under no circumstances would he write a word of commentary on any Bible book until he had carefully and prayerfully read the book through at least 50 times. .... You have read parts of Deuteronomy, the book of Matthew and now are in Mark. You will have questions, of course you will. Every serious reader of any difficult literary work, whether it is the Bible, Shakespeare or John Milton, will have questions. Write them down and save them for later. Continue with your reading, use a non-technical commentary or study Bible (suggest MacArthur's) if you get bogged down, but continue to read. Compare Scripture with Scripture, do some cross referencing, try to get an overall picture of all of Scripture first before you do anything else. This should be the time for looking at the whole forest, not the time for examining each tree minutely. Furthermore, your battery of questions sounds to me as though you are trying to understand the eternal words of God on your own without divine illumination. It will never happen. This is contrary to what the Scriptures teach: "Open thou mine eyes that I may behold wondrous things out of Thy law" (Psalm 119:18). If you are a regenerate believer in Jesus Christ, and I pray that you are, then pray for illumination. It is the ministry of the Holy Spirit by which He empowers Christians with understanding of the truths of God revealed in Scripture. And a parting word to you, Pete, from Proverbs 3:5,6: "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths." --Hank |
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I just started reading the Bible and.... |
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OT general |
BradK |
Mon 11/24/08, 12:15am |
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Pete,
The Word judges you, not I. I'm not offended by you, but rather the words you wrote are in contradiction with the Word of God. You appear to have a fundamental misunderstanding of God and His Word! I was simply responding to what you wrote.
Pete, you're the one who initially stated you're new to the study of the Bible, correct? Are you truly seeking to learn? If you are, then why do you consistently challenge those of us who are seeking to instruct you? Why don't you consider that:
1. You may be wrong;
2. We're trying to give you solid direction;
For instance, what you state about 1 John 5 is correct. However you immediately contradict yourself by saying, "it doesn't exclude those who are born in another culture and through no fault of their own will never get to know him." Yes, it does? Read Rom. 1:20. The verse does not say what you add!
Aunt Miyoiko, is either a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, or she's not! I can't make that call, only God can. However, as much as she may be a very loving and (outwardly) righteous person, she is still a sinner in need of a Savior! (Read Romans 1-3) We are all condemned to hell(God's wrath)unless we receive Christ as our Savior! Read John 3:36.
The doctrine of condemnation is laid out by Paul in Rom. 1:18 - 3;23! The whole world is guilty before God. Again, read Rom. 1:20- we're ALL without excuse- even Aunt Miyoiko. If she has not received Christ, she stands condemned. She is in need of accepting the forgiveness offered by Christ and Him only! Read John 11:25-26!
I suggest taking much more time- and prayer- to think about and meditate upon what we've said in light of God's Word!
Prov 19:20- Listen to counsel and accept discipline, That you may be wise the rest of your days.
Speaking the Truth in Love,
BradK |
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i want my family back |
Answer |
Bible general |
justme |
Thu 11/27/08, 3:15pm |
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Russsh: I fully can and do feel the pain you discribe. I can not tell you how to bring your family back. I can tell you to continue to pray for each family member by name on a regular basis. I find that in reality there is no way to control other family members.
Be a blessing to those who are with you at the time. My wife are now the oldest and grandparents. We are now as our parents where 25 years ago. Our parents have all passed on too. We both miss them, and wish we had asked more questions about them when they were alive. Unless the Lord returns our children will also feel some sadness as well. Being anchored to this body, the older I get I see the letting go won't be near as hard as I thought it would be when I was younger. Pray for peace and contentment, and remebr your family often in prayer. I hope this helps in some way.
justme |
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Living together |
Note |
John 3:16 |
stjohn |
Thu 11/27/08, 7:06pm |
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Yes, well, I suppose there would and maybe even should be a place that we come to, where we may prayerfully and prudently say; "it's time to shake the metaphorical dust"! But I wouldn't give in too easy! Well sis I'm headin' to the kitchen for some pumpkin pie and wiped-cream! I'll see ya latter! :-) |
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Living together |
Note |
John 3:16 |
Val |
Thu 11/27/08, 7:16pm |
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Hello Azure, thank you for your gracious welcome. Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving? Is it Thanksgiving in the place you live? You are exactly right. We can never move forward without the direct guidance of our Lord through prayer and His word. We can think of what we would do in situations but we must ask Him first what we are to do. I think of David when he remembered to ask the Lord what to do, he was told specifically how to interact with others. It was when he ventured out on his own that he got in a pickle but the Lord was still gracious to him and helped get him out of his trouble. Depending on the type relationship one has with a couple it would almost be impossible to point an across the board response. Each relationship and response should be brought earnestly to the Lord in prayer and act as He directs in agreement with a daily study of the scriptures. I find He talks to me through the word and supplies an answer to my daily problems and questions day by day. Frankly I wouldn't know what to tell anyone what to do but to seek the Lord's guidance in the way you have so plainly suggested. Thank you for your thoughts dear one and for John and Cheri. All of you have good insights. I learn so much from you and am thankful for you on this Thanksgiving Day. Blessings, Val |
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Author's role in acts |
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Acts 28:28 |
stjohn |
Thu 11/27/08, 9:37pm |
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Thank you for the encouragement and especially for your prayers, Keliy.
God bless
John |
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Thank you for your answer. |
Answer |
Gal 3:2 |
Val |
Thu 11/27/08, 9:57pm |
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The Sabbath is not something that is talked about in the churches I have attended. Perhaps someone else could help you with that. Doc is Jewish. He might give you some insight. I think if you come to Jesus by seeking Him and believing what He did for us you will see the gospel. Read Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. The way we approach God is different now as the book of Hebrews will tell you. Love God and keep His commandments. Continue your prayer and bible readings and good deeds would be my advice to anyone. I am not sure I answered your question as you would like. Maybe some of the other forum members can aid you. Blessings, Val |
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Does Jesus teach OT doctrine? |
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John 1:1 |
stjohn |
Sat 11/29/08, 10:37am |
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Robbert, I think Doc addressed the good pastor's dispensationalism in his answer to your question in post number 211555 please refer to the scriptures he gave you perhaps focusing on "the question "How was Abraham saved?" inr Romans 4. Do the research Doc gave you, consider it prayerfully, then get back to us with any questions on what you find. We'll be glad to help, but I think you first need to back up a little, go over the Scriptures, and do NOT focus on what Mr. pastor is teaching. That is/was my whole point in giving you the Scriptures on Jesus' death and resurrection and the hope we have in it. You would do well indeed to just put your friends teaching in the trash, again, just my two cents.
God bless
John |
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Was Pink rightPs 115:3 |
Answer |
Bible general |
RangerRick |
Mon 12/1/08, 5:41pm |
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Billy Graham's Prayer For Our Nation
THIS MAN SURE HAS A GOOD VIEW OF WHAT'S HAPPENING TO OUR COUNTRY!
'Heavenly Father, we come before you today to ask your forgiveness and
to seek your direction and guidance. We know Your Word says, 'Woe to
those who call evil good,' but that is exactly what we have done. We
have lost our spiritual equilibrium and reversed our values. We have
exploited the poor and called it the lottery. We have rewarded laziness
and called it welfare. We have killed our unborn and called it choice.
We have shot abortionists and called it justifiable. We have neglected
to discipline our children and called it building self esteem. We have
abused power and called it politics. We have coveted our neighbor's
possessions and called it ambition. We have polluted the air with
profanity and pornography and called it freedom of expression. We have
ridiculed the time-honored values of our forefathers and called it
enlightenment. Search us, Oh God, and know our hearts today; cleanse us
from every sin and Set us free. Amen!'
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Read the prayer for the nation? |
Answer |
Not Specified |
RangerRick |
Mon 12/1/08, 5:48pm |
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Did anyone else read Billy Graham's prayer for the nation? Here it is:
Billy Graham's Prayer For Our Nation
THIS MAN SURE HAS A GOOD VIEW OF WHAT'S HAPPENING TO OUR COUNTRY!
'Heavenly Father, we come before you today to ask your forgiveness and
to seek your direction and guidance. We know Your Word says, 'Woe to
those who call evil good,' but that is exactly what we have done. We have lost our spiritual equilibrium and reversed our values. We have
exploited the poor and called it the lottery. We have rewarded laziness
and called it welfare. We have killed our unborn and called it choice.
We have shot abortionists and called it justifiable. We have neglected
to discipline our children and called it building self esteem. We have
abused power and called it politics. We have coveted our neighbor's
possessions and called it ambition. We have polluted the air with
profanity and pornography and called it freedom of expression. We have
ridiculed the time-honored values of our forefathers and called it
enlightenment. Search us, Oh God, and know our hearts today; cleanse us
from every sin and Set us free. Amen!'
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Read the prayer for the nation? |
(?)Answered |
Bible general |
RangerRick |
Mon 12/1/08, 5:48pm |
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Did anyone else read Billy Graham's prayer for the nation? Here it is:
Billy Graham's Prayer For Our Nation
THIS MAN SURE HAS A GOOD VIEW OF WHAT'S HAPPENING TO OUR COUNTRY!
'Heavenly Father, we come before you today to ask your forgiveness and
to seek your direction and guidance. We know Your Word says, 'Woe to
those who call evil good,' but that is exactly what we have done. We have lost our spiritual equilibrium and reversed our values. We have
exploited the poor and called it the lottery. We have rewarded laziness
and called it welfare. We have killed our unborn and called it choice.
We have shot abortionists and called it justifiable. We have neglected
to discipline our children and called it building self esteem. We have
abused power and called it politics. We have coveted our neighbor's
possessions and called it ambition. We have polluted the air with
profanity and pornography and called it freedom of expression. We have
ridiculed the time-honored values of our forefathers and called it
enlightenment. Search us, Oh God, and know our hearts today; cleanse us
from every sin and Set us free. Amen!'
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Read the prayer for the nation? |
Answer |
Bible general |
azurelaw |
Mon 12/1/08, 6:56pm |
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Dear RR,
The prayer is not from Billy Graham. Please check the below source for confirmation :-) The credits should go to Joe Wright.
See http://www.truthorfiction.com/rumors/b/billygraham-prayer.htm
or
http://www.snopes.com/politics/soapbox/prayernation.asp
Shalom
Azure |
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Relations of faith the fig tree |
Answer |
Not Specified |
NightJay0044 |
Wed 12/3/08, 12:13am |
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Matthew 21:18-22: The Fig Tree:
Hi I don't fully understand this passage. I've just briefly looked at what the "fig tree" is.
Places told me it's the city of Isreal.
How does that relate to having faith and not doubting? And asking for anything in prayer and we'll recieve it.
This message was confusing. Please try and keep a little slow on telling me, my main object is to understand this passage. Thank you. |
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Relations of faith the fig tree |
(?)Answered |
Matt 13:12 |
NightJay0044 |
Wed 12/3/08, 12:13am |
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Matthew 21:18-22: The Fig Tree:
Hi I don't fully understand this passage. I've just briefly looked at what the "fig tree" is.
Places told me it's the city of Isreal.
How does that relate to having faith and not doubting? And asking for anything in prayer and we'll recieve it.
This message was confusing. Please try and keep a little slow on telling me, my main object is to understand this passage. Thank you. |
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