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Amen Brother Chris.

I've once heard a guy explain it like this; The prayer was for us to see that there was no other way but through the cross for man to be saved. Jesus himself knew.

He sort of done the same thing with Lazarus.

John 11:40-42 Jesus saith unto her, Said I not unto thee, that, if thou wouldest believe, thou shouldest see the glory of God?

Then they took away the stone from the place where the dead was laid. AND JESUS LIFTED UP HIS EYES, AND SAID, FATHER, I THANK THEE THAT THOU HAST HEARD ME.

AND. I KNEW THAT THOU HEADREST ME ALWAYS:

("BUT BECAUSE OF THE PEOPLE WHICH STAND BY I SAID IT, THAT THEY MAY BELIEVE ")

THAT THOU HAST SENT ME.

Man sin wasn't just excused, the penalty had to be paid for.

Jesus knew and by that prayer now we know.

God bless.

Draw and save my son to the lord. Heal my son from anxiety attacks, drinking and smoking

I have often wondered this as well. I worry about members of my family that believe they are saved forever without recourse, even though their lives are not reflecting it daily. I am not necessarily a new Christian, but have only been getting deep in the word the last couple of years, so I am learning so much but still get very confused by verses that may conflict, at least in my understanding of their meaning.

Having been raised Catholic, but truly saved as a young adult in a non-denominational church has caused some of my confusion as well. Through the years I was in and out of church, but always felt my relationship growing in Christ, yet always worried that my salvation wasn't sure. I have prayed many hours and my faith has grown, but now many years later as I'm truly growing as Christian, my faith is sure but I still get stuck in the conflict of verses. I have asked my Christian mentors and friends these questions and get different responses, so ultimately I'm in a circular argument.

Thank you for the original poster, and those who've taken the time to respond with their great verses that direct us to further reading and understanding.

remember me and my family today in your prayers

This beautiful lady where i work is passing over to the other side and im asking for prayers for her daughter her daughter has downs, and dont understand asking for prayers for earn and i in jesus christ name.amen

The last verses, 58-62, all I can say is, Wow! Sad, that these others were so caught up in their comfort zones, enough, to even keep them, from being used by the Master.

Hi Lynn,

God hates lying: Proverbs 12:22

There's probably a difference between being strategic with words and lying. I think Jesus was clever in how He handled those who were trying to entrap Him. In some cases He was silent, failed to answer the question, put a question back on them, made a broader point, etc.

The Bible has examples of people misleading others, like Joseph not revealing who he was to his family. Abraham lied to Pharoah saying that Sarai was his sister. It doesn't mean this wasn't sin and that God didn't hate it, though. I think it just stated what happened.

My personal question is whether its ok to mislead or even deceive others for the sake of protecting self or loved ones. If someone tries to rob me and I tell them I'm sick and contagious, for example, it would be a strategy to avoid danger, but would that be sin? If a really dangerous man knocks on the door and asks if my daughter is home am I supposed to say yes just so I don't lie despite it putting her in danger?

Hi Lynn. Not knowing the circumstances surrounding your question, I would say that if you are unable to "do something" and you give the actual reason(s) for your inability to perform it, that's not a lie - you would be telling the truth. If however, if you gave a reason for your not doing something & that reason was not correct, then it would be a lie. In such cases, if for some reason (e.g. embarrassment, implicating someone else, the truth might cause pain), then it's good not to resort to a lie, but to simply say, 'I'm unable to do it for personal reasons, which I cannot talk about'. It would be another matter, if sitting before a judge & you are bound to tell the truth in the legal proceedings - you can neither lie nor avoid the question - you would be held in contempt. But in a private matter, the other party may not appreciate you (even despise you) for not sharing a reason (whether true or false), but at least before God & your conscience, you have not lied about it and that has to be the best way to go.

Dear God Father in heaven. Find a solution for them Lord.

Luke 11:2-4

The authority and glory for eternity, amen.

For Genesis 44:28, you would need to look back to Genesis 37:3-36 to learn the full account.

And to your other question about Joseph's rise from being a slave and then sold to the Egyptians to then becoming an overseer over Pharaoh's kingdom, you can read about that in Genesis chapters 39 to 41 (that the LORD was with Joseph in spite of a false accusation which put him in prison). If you need other questions answered or commentary on a particular verse, we will be happy to oblige you.

When studying & researching for these answers look into the WORD for other distinctive names, places ect. Notice:

Ezra 1,

King Cyrus, following Nebzzr. Then you can use search tools on website, for words. Isaiah 44:28, 2Chronicles 36:22,23, Daniel 1:21, Daniel 6:28,

Hopefully these are helpful in your study

Romans 14:11,12, Isaiah 45:21-25, Philippians 2:1-15,

Hopefully these are helpful

Malachi 2:13, Malachi 2, Malachi 3,

Hi Adam. I don't see that Jesus was praying, in the sense of, believing or expecting His request to the Father to be answered in the affirmative. Jesus knew the reason for His Coming & to fulfil this Divine appointment ( John 10:15-18). Rather, I see the anguish of soul to His imminent crucifixion & bearing the world's sins, as the one & only hope for mankind's spiritual deliverance. Should He fail, there remained no other perfect Sacrifice that would satisfy the Father's Holy Demand.

I realise the Matthew reference does look like Jesus was unable to muster up enough faith (having to thrice approach His Father), but given His faith to accomplish anything He wanted, it would seem unreasonable that His faith fell short in this instance; rather His faith isn't in question here but His deep anguish as when a son seeks the ear & comfort of his father in a time of pain & hopelessness.

Hi Adam.

I believe God answered his prayer in Matthew 26:39. And he went a little further, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, IF IT BE POSSIBLE, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.

"IF" it be possible may be the clue.

If there was any other way for man to be saved there would have been another outcome.

And later in Acts 4:12 Peter was able to say this "Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved."

And also John in Revelation 5:2-5 "And I saw a strong angel proclaiming with a loud voice, Who is worthy to open the book, and to loose the seals thereof?

And no man in heaven, nor in earth, neither under the earth, was able to open the book, neither to look thereon.

And I wept much, because "NO MAN" was found worthy to open and to read the book, neither to look thereon.

And one of the elders saith unto me, Weep not: behold, the Lion of the tribe of Juda, the Root of David, hath prevailed to open the book, and to loose the seven seals thereof."

Revelation 5:9 And they sung a new song, saying, Thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast "REDEEMED US" to God by thy blood out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation;

Jesus is our Kinsman redeemer.

No MAN in heaven, nor in earth, neither under the earth, was able to open the book,

To be a Kinsman he had to be a Man,, "So Jesus took on flesh for the suffering of death."

Hebrews 2:14.

And to redeem us he had to be able and willing. He was the perfect Lamb of God. 1 Peter 3:18.

Hebrews 9:22-26.

I believe there was no other way.

There was no other sacrifice that would make it possible.

God bless.

Does anyone know how to reconcile Jesus praying in faith and not having His prayer answered in Matthew 26:39 compared to Jesus saying with faith as a mustard seed you can move mountains: Matthew 17:20?

Surely Jesus prayed with perfect faith far more than a mustard seed, right?

Amen Gigi.

Neither do I, Let's move on.

God bless.

Yeah, Arrienne.

May you walk each day in the newness of life which we receive from our Lord, Jesus through the Holy Spirit indwelling in you to the glory of God, our Heavenly Father.

Again, well said, Giannis.

Amen, well aid, Bob

S.Spencer,

I have no further comment to you on this biblical topic nor on my conduct, nor on yours. I leave it all to the Holy Spirit to deal eith each of us on this matter.

What verses in Genesis refer to chapter 44 v 28

why did they think joseph was eaten by a lion

how did joseph become pharoah's ? man over his house

pease answer with verses

your commentary is also appreciated

Dear KXLE

I will pray for you tonight.

Heavenly Father,

KXLE is in need of Your help in keeping his kidneys functioning well. We ask that You indeed bring a healing touch upon his life now and aid him each day. Amen.

Great News! i am so glad for Laverne. May the Lord keep her cancer free. Amen.

Dear Jess,

I will pray for your friend and her baby.

Dear Heavenly Father,

In the name of Jesus we ask that You will keep this baby safe in momma and keep Momma safe and well. Bring quick resolve to the complication that is causing her to be hospitalized. Calm her fears and draw her to You through this time so she can truly learn to trust You for all things, especially for this pregnancy and baby. Father, You alone give life, and this babe comes from You. Preserve this baby in momma to term and preserve momma through the remainder of the pregnancy. Amen.

I was told Zachariah's course was in June

A friend of mine is having complications with her pregnancy and is in the hospital. Please pray for her and the baby.

Woman preachers

Thank You Lord Jesus!

Alleluia. Amen. For Your glory Lord!

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