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Romans 10:13-15

"For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.

How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed?

and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard?

and how shall they hear without a preacher?

And how shall they preach, except they be sent?

as it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things!"

Romans 7:35-39

"Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? As it is written, For thy sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter. Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.

For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord."

Hey Richard,

Love you brother, read your posts just don't reply much anymore. Just something to consider, many are looking for The antichrist, as there is just one that is coming. In Rev. 13:2-9 we see the first beast is given 42 months/3.5 years to make war and overcome the saints, if we are still living that's us. I agree he ascends from the bottomless pit, Rev. 9,13,11,17, the king of those spoken of in 2 Pet. 2:4 and Jude 1:6 and Gen. 6.

There is a second beast, he is the one who creates an image of this first beast, and he is the one who makes people worship it and take the mark, the false prophet Rev. 13:11-15. We know these two beasts are here together with Satan/the dragon Rev. 12, because the false prophet, the second beast, is the one who does the miracles and does them in sight of the first beast.

Just something to consider.

God bless,

RLW

Hello Joseph

Romans 7:2-3

"For the woman which hath an husband is bound by the law to her husband so long as he liveth; but if the husband be dead, she is loosed from the law of her husband. So then if, while her husband liveth, she be married to another man, she shall be called an adulteress: but if her husband be dead, she is free from that law; so that she is no adulteress, though she be married to another man". The same goes for the husband, if his wife dies he is free to marry another woman. GBU

Hello Ellix2u.

The prodigal son went back home at the end, as we know from the known parable. But if he had not go back home he would had eventually died away from his father's house, he would had been left out.

Hello Spencer

Matthew 16:18

"And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.."

Lets read the above like a greek person reads it.

"You are Petros (a masculine name from the feminine noun "Petra" which means "stone, rock") and upon this rock I will build my church". So what Jesus actually says is "You are rock and upon this rock I will build my church".

So the question is, what does the Lord mean with that?

!. The Rock is Peter himself. It makes sence since there is a continuity in the text. The most possible explanation is that on Peter's preaching on the day of Pentecost the church was initiated and established.

2. The Rock is the declaration Peter did in verse 16, "And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.". On that declaration the church was supported and founded.

3. The Rock is Jesus Chist Himself, since He is the cornerstone of the spiritual building which is the church, as you said.

All 3 are possible. But I don't think anything changes really if one chooses any one of those.

GBU

Christmas wishes.

According to many scholars; this was actually the time of the conception of Christ; as many ascribe His birth to the fall feasts; others I believe have said that the shepherds would have been out in the spring. In any case; our LIVING Head ( Colossians 1:18) evermore intercedes for us in heavenly places ( Heb. 7:25; etal). We need to attach the death and resurrection of Christ to the birth of course for the complete picture. In any event; we of course have a new year upcoming. Time relentlessly marches forward; like it or not.

There was already said to be the most need since World War Two a few years back as to the number of refugees; and hungry children worldwide. No doubt the problem is still at those levels today. May we wisely give as we feel led so as to be the "hands and feet" of Christ; and/or volunteer to help any way we can. May we also wisely plan seeing that there are so many catastrophes that seem to be coming to pass simultaneously in the short term; so as to have us be the "head and not the tail" when calamity strikes. ( Deut. 28:13).

No doubt there are many who are quite lonely this year as in recent years in particular. May we look for those who we can invite; or at least bless with a phone call or contact not just now but throughout the winter months in particular. I haven't been led to pray for revival; but I do ask that those who do come to church especially if backslidden will commit to regular fellowship as we are commanded to do so and more so as we see the Day of the Lord approaching ( Heb. 10:25).

There are some who have said that they sense the Lord is coming back around this time of year (of course that is hardly the only time mentioned for that event). Let us always keep the message of the Gospel forefront; whether we are out shopping for others (talking about Christ being the "reason for the season") or with family members and friends let us continue to proclaim the Good News of the Gospel.

Amen, I completely agree in fact I was telling a neighbor, I met yesterday, how I would love to be part of a revival & how churches need to stop talking about the old testament, past & speak more about what's coming, how to prepare, what to do & so on. Or heck, put me in charge of a call center, getting a hold of all the churches (like they do fire & tornado drills at schools) ahead of time to practice so If someone walked in w/weapons (as has happened she said) in every church so they'd be prepared because as of now very few would stand up for Jesus. I can say all day that I'm confident I would yet, Paul thought he was a strong believer too. Only God knows the outcome. IN fact He already knows who is going to be next president if the world even last that long. We need more missionaries right here in the U.S that aren't scared to spread the word as well. Nobody likes to go door to door anymore, or did the government put a stop to that too. Finding good bible movies these days is even hard. All we can do is pray & till electric goes out, be on here. Everything on all electronics is monitored. they know our every move. sad ha? Keep Jesus in your heart & your gun loaded. lol

Ephesians 4:5 One Lord, one faith, one baptism,

Believing seals you with the Holy Spirit

Ephesians 1:13

In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise,

And to address Jessie's point about the devil believing that is different from the faith we have in believing that Jesus died, was buried and rose again for the remission of our sins. Their belief is not a salvation belief.

James 2:19

"Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble."

There are MANY clear verses that salvation is by faith aloneJesus paid it ALL even after we are saved we will still sin until we die from this flesh. And that is why we are to be as little children.it is easy to be saved even a small child can be saved.

In the commentary for James you refer to the apostle Paul as St. Paul. Do you believe the aostles can be saints, were do you find that in the bible? Is this a beief system for the church of Christ. For me it seems to be a view the catholic support.

Heavenly Father I thank you for your son Jesus more then anything in life. Without His courage, strength & death we would not know what to do. Lord I ask that you be with GiGi, as you know, she is fighting a respiratory virus w/a cough, being tired & wheezing. Give her the strength to fight this Lord as she ask for a quick recovery w/out asthmatic problems or painful breathing. Oh, and thank you for keeping covid away from her. In Jesus precious name I pray, Amen....Love, Hugs & Prayers your way

My prayers are with y'all as well.

Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live:

There is no identity crisis when you are in Christ. old things are passed away all things are new!

Remembering the words of Christ to John at his baptism, Suffer it to be so now: for thus it becometh us to fulfil all righteousness.

We are sanctified by the blood of Christ. Jesus said if they have hated me, they will hate you also! They will have a reason in their own mind , not being able to discern good from evil!

Doh ! Living not loving ! Sigh .

A false resurrection , what an interesting idea . Thanks for that . Science really does think it is the power doesn't it ? All shall be revealed and there shall be a lot of very surprised people . Can't come soon enough .

Get yourself to church ! You are never alone , God is always with you . Reach out to Him !

Yes thankyou . I am also an avid reader of the whole Bible , not just the new testament . I believe it's essential for us to get the whole picture . God is the same God from the old in the new and there are many very important lessons in the old testament .

Psalm 65. This Psalm has several prophetic overtones; both of the first coming and Second Coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. Verse 2 reminds us of Haggai 2:7 as the "desire of nations" shall come. Again; we see specifically mentioned those who are in prayer and God "hearest" them. God does not heed to the prayers of the wicked ( Prov. 15:8); this of course can be extended to those in rebellion. Christ is NOT desired of men ( Isaiah 53:3) in our natural state; and to understand the beauty of the love the Father extended to us who was pleased to "crush His Son" ( Isaiah 53:10) while we were yet enemies is something beyond our comprehension.

1 Samuel 13 shows how David was chosen; much like the verse 4 in this Psalm. Certainly Christ was chosen as well to fulfill all righteousness ( Matthew 3:13) and His baptism was part of the plan.

Verse 5 is somewhat indicative of the scenario during His judgments; although there through the rest of the Psalm generally gives God's blessings through the natural cycle with tides (verse 7) and weather patterns of rain v. 9-12; and the resulting harvest (v. 13). These will; of course be brought to the greatest fruition during the Millennial period and we will see an end to much destruction with natural disasters; notwithstanding those who refuse to come to Jerusalem to worship shall have no rain. ( Zech. 14:8).

Makes much sense & thanks. I thank God I have ppl on here to help me see things at a different level. I can not tell y'all how much I appreciate each and every one of you. People have lived & thought a certain way all their lives & it isn't until someone outside of our normal day to day life says something that gets them to understand life isn't the same for everyone everywhere. That's where the "Love everyone" comes in handy. I do not know everything so I greatly appreciate input especially when it come to the bible. We do the best we can & for you, or anyone, to care enough to talk to strangers I appreciate it. I'm so hungry for Gods word yet never pushed it with them & yet through me (glory be to God) they learn how Jesus works so even with the worldly ways, all 3 have come to know & love Him. Yet they think it weird of me to be so bold when it comes to facing wrong doers or the enemy. I know God is with me so have absolutely no fear to what happens to me should I go to far yet I will not deny Christ though need to learn more tact at times. Definitely pray more for guidance too. Again, thank you & God bless

I have a question about 1 Corinthians Chapter 7 Verse 39.

How about a husband, if he loses his wife, is free to remarry?

I have a question about 1 chapter 7 verse 39, if a husband loses his wife, is he also free to remarry

Also?

I would like clarity of verse 8, exactly what does it mean. Thank you

The mark of the Beast cannot come until Antichrist comes; is worshipped by all the unregenerate; a mark is given for allegiance to him; and a death penalty is worldwide for those who will not recieve it. The allegiance will be to the man who appears to have a deadly wound then is healed from it. This prophecy can be found in Zechariah 11:17 as well as in Revelation 13. This will appear to be immortality as a type of false Resurrection as it were. The son of perdition in John 17:2 as well as 2 Thessalonians are describing the fate of Judas Iscariot; and the second verse Antichrist. These two individuals are both directly controlled by Satan; although technically the possession of the Beast is due to Apollyon king of the bottomless pit the way I see it in Revelation 9:11 which means; among other things the destroyer.

There are certainly foreshadowings today technologically speaking; and the genetic AI concept likely will also involve some sort of DNA alteration assuring eternal life for those taking it. I take chronologically most of Revelation; bolstered by "after these things" used so frequently. There will clearly be a false one world religion that will ride the beast at first; and this will be overturned at the Midpoint of the Trib. ( Rev. 17:16); as Satan only wants worship for himself. There will be a process where it appears all men will praise God after the Rapture in Revelation 5:13. I haven't heard it preached but we must remember there is the Resurrection of all the church saints; so even if the Rapture isn't seen by some the partially empty graveyards can't be denied. At any rate; men's hearts will harden to the point where they fear God and are aware of judgment coming at the sixth seal; and later on dthey will blaspheme God and attempt eventually to fight God (see also Psalm 2; Rev. 19). BTW God's people are also "sealed" ( Eph. 1:13); as well as the 144,000 ( Rev. 7:1-8) invisibly.

Maybe it is my imagination, but I detect a note of bitterness toward God in Lamech's comment.

Could it be that that is the reason he died 5 years before his father?

Salvation

Good morning all,

I have greatly appreciated the opportunity to share what I believe regarding the Nature of God's Salvation Program and what it means to be saved.

I have read many comments on this site with differing understandings on this very important topic. Just as during the church age their were vastly differing teachings regarding God's Judgement and the Nature of Salvation. But there is only One Truth. What is only and ultimately important is what the Bible, the very Word of God Himself, teaches. The Bible, the WHOLE BIBLE, must be our only and ultimate authority. Not what we might conjure up from our own mind or from a few verses that we like, or what any church or confession or theologen might have taught.

There is no other doctrine more important than this, in my view. In fact the whole Bible from Genesis to Revelation is God's message to mankind regarding the condition of mankind, God's Judgement Program, and the incomprehensible Mercy of God in providing, at an unimaginable cost to God Himself, a Salvation Program to save a people for Himself.

Since it is difficult to deal comprehensively with this subject by a few comments on a site like this, I would encourage anyone that has an interest in exploring what the Bible teaches about God's Salvation Program to visit the SearchingHisWord web site, go to the literature section, and download the booklet entitled "I Hope God Will Save Me"; this is an indepth Bible study on this important and critical question. Most importantly though, we must test everyting we have been taught or believe with the WHOLE BIBLE, constantly praying that God would open our understanding and lead us into truth.

I do hope all have a Blessed Christmas season and New Year.

In Christ,

David

No one can deny there are not the dispensations of God . But take any doctrine and attempt to understand all scripture through the lease of that one doctrine and sooner or later you will have to " twist the scriptures" to make them fit .

ANY ' ism' will lead you astray .

I fear that for many doctrines have become intellectual trophies one places up on a shelf , rather than living breathing eternal truths that each has its purpose and function .

I liken them to the bones of the body . That give it strength and structure and help it to stand .

Each in its place and fulfilling its function .

We are I think to day like Ezekiel valley of dry bones .

Or as the Lord was crucified " all his bones were out of joint "

Truth is out of joint ,not broken but out of joint . Primarily because man subjects the scriptures to his intellect and reasoning to his " better understanding " of the original texts .

Rather than subject man's reasoning to Gods .

" My ways are not your ways and as far as the heaven is above the earth so far are my thought above your thoughts .

That is not to say however that you cannot follow His reasoning or the reasoning of the scriptures and they are not unreasonable .

Nor is Gods logic or the logic of the scriptures as such that it cannot be followed .

" Till we all come to a unity of the faith .."

But all we like sheep have gone astray each going his own way using his own version of the truth .(?)

The church since the reformation has been a prodigal church . In that we having left the pig sty of false religion are on our way home to the Father .

" Luther's enlightenment that " the just shall live by faith " was but the first shoot of the seed of the church that had been effectively buried for centuries . That's not to say zGod did not have a witness , but they were very few and far between .

But the church had to grow in grace and in the knowledge of God.

So you had a development of theology from Calvin .

Then the Baptist's .

Then Quakers as they were then ,

Methodists

Evangelicals

Pentecostals etc .

Each denomination holding to a fresh revelation of God . Not that there is any ' new' revelation . But rather as Luther's eyes were opened to understand the scriptures so others r that followed him by the grace of God understood more and more .

God is indeed BUILDING His church .

It is not yet completed . Yet in Gods eyes perhaps is already done .

We are then a prodigal church .

On the way home to our Father house .

But we have made the wandering in the wilderness for 40 years as the Christian norm .

Boot camp is over .

For is it not written of the Bride of Christ that she will "come out of the wilderness terrible as an army with banners ? Leaning upon her beloved "

The Bride must get herself ready .

" Be ye also ready " said the Lord to the disciples .

The last day church cannot be anything less than the first day church .