Bible Questions & Discussion PAGE 673

  • Seven Churches in Book of Revelation - In Reply - 1 year ago
    I believe these are the 7 churches written of beginning at Revelation 2:12.

    You can go on Google and read commentaries on those 7 churches.

    Type each one like this:

    Pergamos Church, Bible, Commentary

    Mishael
  • When Jesus raided Hell of the Prisoners - In Reply on John 19 - 1 year ago
    Some believe that while Jesus' body was in the tomb, His spirit was in hell.Scripture doesn't support that position when it is taken in context and we look at the meaning of the word "hell." In the Old Testament, the place of the dead or the place of departed souls was called "SHEOL." It was to this place that all SOULS of the dead went to await resurrection.

    In the New Testament, we find the story of Lazarus and the rich man who both died and went to Hades ( Luke 16:19-31).The KJV translates the Greek word "hades" as hell but most other translations use the Greek word. HADES had two separated parts: Those who died in faith believing in God's promise waited for the resurrection in Abraham's Bosom. Those who died spiritually separated from God wait in torment for the resurrection unto death, eternal separation from God. The rich man was on the torment side and Lazarus was in ABRAHAMS BOSOM which was called PARADISE by the LORD Jesus Christ himself when He addressed the thief who found faith the day Jesus was crucified ( Luke 23:42-43)

    For if God spared not the angels that sinned, but cast them down to hell, and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved unto judgment" ( 2 Peter 2:4). The word translated HELL here is not the Greek word HADES but is the Greek word TARTARUS meaning ABYSS or the lowest regions. This could very well be the "gulf" that was fixed between the PLACE OF TORMENT and Abraham's Bosom Luke 16:26

    Wherefore He saith, When JESUS ascended up on high, He led captivity captive, and gave gifts unto men. Now that He ascended, what is it but that He also DESCENDED first into the lower parts of the earth? He that descended is the same also that ascended up far above all heavens, that He might fulfill all things. Ephesians 4:8-10

    Leading captivity captive seems to refer to Jesus taking all those that waited in Paradise, to heaven to be with Him. The descending into the "lower parts" then refers to Jesus mission of declaring Victory!
  • Bob on Matthew 27 - 1 year ago
    I am fascinated by the stories in books and on TV of Mary Magdalene. So many details about her life with Jesus, but in my search, she only appears 11 times in the NT.

    The first is Matthew 27:56 when Jesus is dying on the cross. The last is St. John 20:18 after His rise when she tells the Disciples what He said to her.

    Where do all these stories about the lives of her and Jesus before the Cross come from?
  • Trinity? - 1 year ago
    What is the trinity?
  • James - In Reply on Luke 21 - 1 year ago
    Hey George, I just want to share some verses with you. But first, Luke 21 and Mark 13 are parallel passages of Matthew 24. I would think that most people would agree, though there are differences between the three chapters mostly because each account of the same Olivet discourse was witnessed by 3 different disciples so each one would write of the discourse from their viewpoint being led of the Holy Ghost.

    Secondly, I do not see anywhere in John 14 the teaching of a pre-trib rapture. I see where Jesus will come for us and we be with him forever but I do not see a timeline, the hour that he comes for us.

    Matthew 24:29-31, Immediately after the tribulation of those days shall the son be darkened, and the moon shall to give her light, and the stars shall fall from heaven, and the powers of the heavens shall be shaken: And then shall appear the sign of the Son of man in heaven: and then shall all the tribes of the earth mourn, and they shall see the Son of man coming in the clouds of heaven with power and great glory. And he shall send his angels with a great sound of a trumpet, and they shall gather together his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other.

    I Thessalonians 2:15-16, For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep. For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with hem in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.

    II Thessalonians 2:1-3, Now we beseech you, brethren, by the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ,a nod by our gathering together unto him, That ye be not soon shaken in mind, or be troubled, neither by spirit, nor by word, nor by letter as from us, as that the day of Christ is at hand.

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  • Daryl Glass - 1 year ago
    What does it state in the Bible about Isarel forming a new Country and the 2nd comming ?
  • ELB - In Reply - 1 year ago
    Brother Richard:

    John wasn't told to write to the Churches of Asia, BUT:

    Revelation 1:29 The mystery .......the stars are the ANGELS of the seven churches .....

    Revelation 2:1 Unto the ANGEL of the church in Ephesus WRITE;

    Revelation 2:8 Unto the ANGEL of the church in Smyrna WRITE;

    Revelation 2:12 Unto the ANGEL of the church in Pergamos WRITE;

    Revelation 2:18 Unto the ANGEL of the church in Thyatire WRITE;

    Revelation 3:1 And unto the ANGEL of the church in Sardis WRITE;

    Revelation 3:7 And to the ANGEL of the church in Philadelphia WRITE;

    Revelation 3:14 And unto the ANGEL of the church of the Laodiceans Write;

    God Bless YOU!
  • Fred - In Reply on John 16:28 - 1 year ago
    Understanding a believers relationship in this world of unbelievers can be daunting. The war for our souls is a play on the stage of the world. This Satan hates it . our lives reveal his weakness over those who are outside the body of christ. T he power of.his kingdom cannot succeed with only some,but he is the prince of darkness and must have all! It cannot happen without God's permission however.God is the author and finisher of our faith and will have the absolute final say in our outcome and what it shall be.
  • Jesse - In Reply - 1 year ago
    Rae Casinger,

    I would like to add some interesting things on top of what Richard has already shared with you. At least I find these things interesting. There were more than seven churches in Asia Minor. But the seven listed by Richard are the only seven listed for us. What I find interesting is that of all the churches in Asia Minor, these seven were the major churches in the seven postal districts at that time.

    And the postal districts went from Ephesus, and went clockwise up and around and down to Laodicea, and then back to Ephesus again. So it's written in the order of the postal districts that they are in. Here we see seven of them. John writes according to a heptatic system, using the number seven. The number seven, according to the Hebrew and Jewish people means perfection or completeness.

    These are seven churches that the Lord chose. And each one has its own message. But at the same time, each church was to listen to all of the messages, not just theirs. That's why it's not a letter. Sometimes I slip up and say the letter to the Ephesians or letter to Laodicea. But these are not letters. These are messages, and each church received all seven.

    But to their particular church there was a message. And they also got to read the messages to the other churches. And if you put them all together, you have the Lord's complete message to His church before He returns. We find in all honesty that some of these things are in all churches. So if the Lord feels this way about one church, and a church might have one or two things that are mentioned in some of the churches, then we can know what the Lord thinks about it.
  • Robyn - In Reply - 1 year ago
    Thk you for your insight. Like you I don't listen to anything contemporary Christian, I trust basically none of it. I come from small chapel churches with piano hymns and our voices clear in their volume for God. I had visited a Baptist church yesterday that I moved away from years ago and now it's all different, different pastors, different staff, no more piano but an organ, and a band with a young girl wearing a Paul McCartney shirt .. and they played this song for us to sing. This song, being one of the 5 new contemporary songs I have heard thus far.

    I should also state that last year I went to this Baptist church's new online page as the lockdown was occurring and I found some things they were doing to be very secular, so my suspicions were further set off by the song... although I find it beautiful, I want to be sure in its intentions, but knowing where it comes from I thought it best to ask what others thought before I fully make my mind up.
  • John anonymous - In Reply - 1 year ago
    The prohibition against mankind laying with mankind like womankind was part of Mosaic Law (the Law of Moses). That set of laws was not given to Gentiles as evidenced by the prohibition against eating anything that died of itself; Israelites were not allowed to eat such things but Gentiles were. Israelites were even allowed to sell an animal that died of itself to Gentiles. After Jesus, Gentiles were allowed to come into the fold and it had to be decided whether Gentiles should be circumcised and keep the Law of Moses; or not. It was decided once and for all in Acts Chapter 15. It was decided by the Holy Ghost, the Apostles, the Elders, and all the Brethren (including Paul) that Gentiles are only required to keep 4 decrees out of the Law of Moses; and the prohibition against mankind laying with mankind like womankind ain't one of them. If anyone tells you any different, they are a wolf in sheep's clothing. See also Acts 16:4-5: Spirit-filled Churches were originally established via the 4 decrees that were ordained by the Apostles and preached by Paul and his fellow-laborers.
  • Whatsaiththescriptures - In Reply on Deuteronomy 20 - 1 year ago
    Giannis, thanks for clearing this all up. All these different opinions..gee whiz! What do people think this is, an open forum?
  • Robyn - In Reply - 1 year ago
    Thk you for your take/insight, as that is how I want to take it, but my concern of course lies inside the writers.
  • Robyn - In Reply - 1 year ago
    Thk you for opinion, it confirms how I feel about it, and I agree God does work within anything/everything.
  • Robyn - In Reply - 1 year ago
    Thk you for your comment, however my question is concerning what I know of the truth of the 2 ministries I mentioned, and because this song had been played at a church I attended yesterday. A church I hadn't been to for years having had moved away, and now has had a complete pastors and staff turn over. If you are not aware of wolves, I highly suggest you become aware.
  • S Spencer - In Reply on Deuteronomy 20 - 1 year ago
    Hi Gina.

    I dont believe there's Prophets today that foretells the future as Brother Jesse said. We have the future concerning the people of God in writing. There's nothing new to be revealed.

    Also.

    God, who at sundry times and in divers manners SPAKE IN TIME PAST unto the fathers by the prophets,

    Hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the worlds; Hebrews 1:2.

    God bless.
  • HolyLiz - 1 year ago
    well i love the bible and i also am going to publish a kids book about a deadly event the holocaust.This is my first book i am so excited to have my first book.I am 26 born on june 17 1985 and i love the bible so i think i will make a book on the bible for all ages i will come every night i hope i get like or replies!The name of my new and first book is Otto Skorzeny he is a perfect match on the Holocaust.
  • S Spencer - In Reply - 1 year ago
    Hi Donald.

    And Adam knew Eve his wife; and she conceived, and bare Cain, and said, I have gotten a man from the LORD. Gen. 4:1.

    Read Genesis 5 and you will find Enoch traces back to Adam and Eve also.

    May I ask where did you get that from? Cain didn't come from Adam and Eve, And Enoch didn't come down from Adam and Eve?

    Especially when it's clearly written.

    Is it a disbelief in what's written or have you read it?

    These are sincere questions and we get them often.

    I'm curious.

    God bless.
  • Kay - In Reply on Luke 21 - 1 year ago
    Matthew 24:29,30 -AFTER the tribulation of those days..' etc.

    The youtube channel 'Servus Christi' does an very methodical expounding of the rapture question. If you type in his channel name and 'rapture' it will pop up.

    Blessings!
  • Kay - In Reply on Ecclesiasticus 12:6 - 1 year ago
    Calvin are you thinking of Romans 12?

    19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

    This Paul quotes from Deuteronomy 32:35.

    Hope this helps!

    Blessings!
  • Bj - In Reply on Numbers 1 - 1 year ago
    I agree it's so good to have contact with other believers this way May our Great Lord bless you all
  • Ronnie g bishop - In Reply - 1 year ago
    Thank you for the comment, I enjoyed reading it.
  • Richard H Priday - In Reply - 1 year ago
    Let me see if my memory serves me correctly; Ephasus; Thiatyra; Pergamos; Philadelphia; Laodocia; Sardis? I forget the last one. Ok Smyrna.

    As to what they were and what they represent; history tells us these were all places in Turkey (Asia Minor) which had been reached for the gospel. They are to typify today's churches; and/or all phases throughout church history as well. This would be because of the fact that none of these places exist today; but since 2 Tim 3:16 applies surely there is some application to be learned; especially in light of the beginning of Rev. 4 which states what happens "immediately after these things".

    As for as I know; only Ephesus was mentioned previously; namely in the book of Ephesians. The sobering part is that they had left their first love but they still did everything else correctly. They still; however were in danger of losing their lampstand ( Rev. 2:5). This would indicate His presence being withdrawn from that assembly.

    Surely; we aspire to be as the Philadelphia church who would escape the trial to occur on the whole earth and stand before God.

    ( Rev. 3:10). Rev. 2:10 talks of Smyrna who would suffer persecution and death 10 days; some say that stands for the 10 emporors of the Roman empire. Some take it to mean some will go through that literal time in the tribulation; but that seems less likely. In any event; we can learn to avoid the Jezebel type mentality in today's churches were brazen women tend to rule; or the Laodician one where everyone feels secure in wealth but in reality their state is quite the opposite.

    There are other doctrines of demons which no doubt are in effect today. May we read these chapters and all of Revelation to recieve a blessing as the scripture indicates. Agape. Rich P
  • Tony breedlove on John 19 - 1 year ago
    I am trying to understand if Jesus went to hell and if so why. I am 78yrs old and was saved at 19 yrs old. I have studied the Bible all these years and am just now trying the figure out. thank you.
  • Richard H Priday - In Reply on Luke 21 - 1 year ago
    It seems to fit; but also the warnings of those whose garments needed to be made white through the blood of the lamb could indicate those not fit for the Rapture; if indeed it is a reward not a salvation issue. It also challenges those who truly are saved now. Certainly there are resurrections; of the 2 witnesses and likely the 144,000 in the Tribulation; and a remnant physically survive into the Millenium. The point being; as you stated the verse in Luke about praying in Latin uses a ward for "agony" so that it is clearly only a few involved. Let's face it not too many believers are doing this. To pray to be worthy surely would indicate something like the Malachi 3 indication of a book of remembrance of those who fear the Lord; and a crown for those who are longing and waiting patiently for His return as the N.T. indicates. There are many tares mixed in with the wheat today.

    There of course are issues with many who have for decades now tried to pinpoint a date. Now; it would appear the last generation didn't start in 1948 according to the Psalm 90:10 principle. I have a theory on that as well. The point is; He is with us until the end of the Age. Those who need to be warned are those not prepared; not those who love the Lord. If we are wrong there they will deal with whatever happens as they always have; in faith. But from my observations; the faithful are browbeaten about being strong enough to endure the Tribulation. I am convinced all the preparation is fruitless for that; although wisdom surely should determine resources now if He tarries with eventual power grid; food supply and wartime scenarios. There is a proverb that he who is wise winneth souls; and "he who sows in tears will reap in joy" or something to that affect. ( Psalm 126:6). We should strive to be faithful servants until He returns; not as the unwise who gets drunk and beats his fellowservants!
  • Richard H Priday - In Reply - 1 year ago
    As a postscript someone I knew who took up the gay lifestyle walked away from the faith. That is surely better than continuing on knowing better and heaping further condemnation in the house of God. As I stated in my last comment the two ladies left; they had individual counseling with one feeling differently than the other in some ways. Usually; for those I know anyway these individuals identify as "Christians" and therefore need to be warned patiently and with love as to what they are doing is wrong. There are cases; mercifully where two women living together have both repented; but obviously they cannot continue living together as before. That is the other thing I wanted to mention there are many who have come to faith and much to the anger of their own community. This includes a personal friend of mine. The name escapes me; but "Confesions of an unlikely convert" is one example. This involved a Syracuse university professor come out of the gay lifestyle who was counseled 2 years by a former pastor of mine; Ken Smith. Butterfield was her last name. Check it out.
  • Richard H Priday - In Reply - 1 year ago
    The better question is whether the gay couple would WANT to be in a Spirit filled church in the first place. The Spirit of God brings to mind sin; righteousness and judgment to come according to Christ.

    I was in a church that was rather lukewarm; where a gay couple attended for several months; even thinking they could become members. We attempted financial assistance for a time due to their struggle for basic food items; and some moneys from the church budget were allocated. They were dissuaded as to becoming members because of our doctrinal standard; but considering they sat in a class on the book of Jude for several weeks before the main service it is hard to conceive that they didn't feel uncomfortable. There was enough discomfort for them to eventually move on. The same situation occured with a lady living in sin with her boyfriend and a couple other young unmarried individuals living in sin. One couple in that state stopped attending; the other two married. Again; one of the women wanted to become a member while engaging in these activities. This was a friend of the couple living next door to my pastor; and going on for months; it wasn't a false rumor. Again; if the whole truth is preached and people are on fire for the Lord; there won't be a continuation of such attendees in my opinion. We had a couple other challenging individuals which the enemy tried to use to cause dissention (a mentally ill and probably demon possessed person; and someone who was asking for money who apparently tried to lie about his status and marry someone in the USA who was an immigrant).

    If people want to listen to the gospel; it is one thing but without a viable testimony of faith or living in continual sin; communion as well as membership should be denied for their own good. That was something the pastor mentioned but I had to warn him about one of the aformementioned individuals trying to take communion. They are free to be atheists as some I know.
  • Richard H Priday - In Reply on Deuteronomy 20 - 1 year ago
    I have had this discussion with a pastor a few years back. He mentions Agabus; who predicted a famine and seemed to think he was off on the prediction. I would hesitate to say that. In any case; clearly a prophet like the one who told Paul that he would go to Jerusalem to die wouldn't win any popularity contests today. Before we attempt to figure out if such an office can exist today; we need to understand that it is not any predictions that are pleasing to a particular political position; national pride; or financial gain of organizations as a prime motive. When we look at Ananias and Sapphira we see another death prediction which with the greed in many circles today it is hard to imagine the fear of God in a place is present at all and when much unbelief exists often the Lord does few things of note. The same could be said of persecution; perhaps if we are not worthy of it God bypasses that as an opportunity for growth.

    Surely; during the Tribulation there will be the two prophets on earth. For now; we can certainly say that the canon of scripture is complete (as warnings exist about adding or taking anything away to that book which goes to the eternity future). There are certain things; of course which are conditional when it comes to personal messages as opposed to that of the fate of nations; where God waits until their transgressions are to the full before judgment. ( Daniel 8:23; also see the judgment of Egypt after 400 years; and the Ninevites). A personal prophetic word perhaps would be better defined as a "word of knowledge". Certainly; we can see specific scriptures as applicable to individuals emphasizing a certain message. Only Christ knows the day and hour; when the "restrainer" is removed; thus ushering in the Tribulation when the prophetic manifestations will be in full force. Other than this; of course the many false prophecies; particulary of peace and prosperity are to be expected as Thessalonians bringing in Antichrist.
  • Bro dan - In Reply - 1 year ago
    Alex, Please excuse my typo. The scripture I quoted above, Revelation 22:14 is Jesus speaking to Apostle John - not Apostle Paul. Sorry.

    God Bless.
  • Mishael on how to read Genesis - In Reply on Genesis 4 - 1 year ago
    All people came through Adam and Eve. God used one of Adams ribs to make Eve. Read of this through Genesis 1:26 through to Genesis 2:20-25

    Moses wrote it this way; for reasons. He wrote the first 5 Books of Genesis. During the Exodus too. He was trying to handle this all by himself, but came to a point when he appointed people to assist him with the care and problems of the exodus people, on the way to the Promised Land.

    Have you ever been writing something important and people interrupt you with: the battery in my car is dead. I need help? That's what was happening to Moses.

    So there are 2 places for you to read about man and woman's creation. Read those 2 scripture references. :)

    And__teach it to other people.

    The story of how Cain came to be killed is fascinating. You might have to look at those Geneologies in the Scriptures. Sometimes the Geneological Charts on Google is helpful.

    Remember that Jesus's Bloodline was moving through Seth's BLoodline.


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