Is Irresistible Grace biblical?
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I respectfully disagree with the view that Paul's conversion was an excellent example or illustration of the operation of the "irresistible grace" doctrine....
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Paul Bayne
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When trouble hits, don't we all "falter" at times? (Proverbs 24:10).
If we didn't "falter", then we wouldn't need God. The victorious Christians life isn't a life of success, prosperity and "victory" over sin and temptation,...
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Why is a bronze serpent used to save the Israelites in Numbers 21:8-9?
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Yes! They looked to the serpent's defeat on the staff for security just as we look to Jesus Christ and His victory for us on the cross. You are right...all...
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How can the soul prosper as stated in 3 John vs 2?
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Robert Hibbard
, Retired Christian High School Teacher
Is Irresistible Grace biblical?
I believe St. Paul is an excellent example of "irresistible grace." As Saul he was on his way to Damascus to continue his persecution of Christians, the Lord...
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When trouble hits, don't we all "falter" at times? (Proverbs 24:10).
Proverbs 24:10 "If you FALTER in a time of trouble, how small is your strength!"
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Joseph Barnett
, Christian Author, Veteran, Vegan, Animal Activist
Why is a bronze serpent used to save the Israelites in Numbers 21:8-9?
Shepherds carry a staff to act as a club to ward off bears, wolves, snakes, etc. A snake on a staff represented defeat. Genesis 3:15 is the first prophecy...
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by Daryl Salisbury
What does it mean in Matthew 3:11, "He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire"?
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When I received the baptism of the Holy Ghost, I also received the baptism of fire at the same time. While speaking in tongues, the fire was churning in my...
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Does God still perform miracles?
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by Paul Bayne
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What does it mean to acknowledge God in all your ways and He will make your paths straight?
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And it's for our best, and for His ultimate glory.
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does it mean to acknowledge God in all your ways and He will make your paths straight?
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Yes, brother. God's way is a GUIDED WAY Neh. 9:19; Prov. 3:6 and then because He loves us so, a GUARDED WAY Ps.17:4-5.
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How can the soul prosper as stated in 3 John vs 2?
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Did God use the Big Bang to create the universe?
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by Paul Bayne
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What does it mean to acknowledge God in all your ways and He will make your paths straight?
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So very true. I was just reading 1 and 3 Peter this morning, and it reinforced the fact that the life of the Christian will be fraught with fiery trials, but...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does it mean to acknowledge God in all your ways and He will make your paths straight?
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Paul, I looked up your Acts 14:22 TPT At each place they went, they strengthened the lives of the believers and encouraged them to go deeper in their faith....
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John Appelt
How can the soul prosper as stated in 3 John vs 2?
In III John 2, the apostle/elder John prays for Gaius that he might be prosperous and be in health. Then he says, “just as your soul prospers.” This is too...
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by Mark Vestal
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Did Jesus die for everyone or just believers?
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Thank you, brother Danny! No, you made a good point. I should have used the word 'primarily' instead of 'only'. I have hope that our chats do help others in...
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Who do I pray to? God the Father, or Jesus?
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Who do I pray to? God the Father, or Jesus?
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why are there two demon-possessed men in the Gerasene tombs in Matthew, but only one in Mark and Luke?
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If one of the writers said there was only one demoniac in the tombs and all the other parts of the story were the same, I STILL wouldn't have an issue with...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Did Jesus die for everyone or just believers?
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I think we're talking past each other; we're not having the same conversation. Please excuse me. Enjoy your day brother!
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Paul Bayne
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Who do I pray to? God the Father, or Jesus?
Always remember that when you are praying, it's not a formula. It's not a certain amount of steps done in a certain order and then God will hear you. If you...
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Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Who do I pray to? God the Father, or Jesus?
On Father's Day we try to let Dad know that we love him, that he means the world to us. On Mother's Day we do the same for Mom. Together they hold one office...
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Why would a priest not want to "transfer holiness" to the people in the courtyard?
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How do I convert to Christianity?
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Paul Bayne
, Saved by Him, for Him, from Him for His glory alone.
What does it mean to acknowledge God in all your ways and He will make your paths straight?
There are two major foundational truths that we must accept as Christians and they are the complete sovereignty of God over good and evil and that Jesus is...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How does God guide us (Psalm 23:3)??
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Also, Tim, you mentioned that God guides us with his Commands.
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Did Jesus die for everyone or just believers?
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I asked the question 'where can we today find OUR good news and doctrine?' Do you stone your neighbors when they pick up sticks on the Sabbath? Do you...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Did Jesus die for everyone or just believers?
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Wow! I can't believe you meant to say what your last statement says!! ONLY?? The epistles from Paul (you said this) is ONLY where we are to find our good...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why did Jezebel put on eye makeup just before she died?
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Yeah, I think the way it reads, she thought she could influence him by fixing her face. In a modern vernacular it would read, 'are you sure you want to...
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Why aren't more wicked people brought to ruin (Proverbs 21:12)?
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Well said! We would also never have the desire or realization of needing Him. Without evil and free-will choice we would simply be drones, but God loves us...
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Paul Bayne
, Saved by Him, for Him, from Him for His glory alone.
Why aren't more wicked people brought to ruin (Proverbs 21:12)?
Romans 9 13 As it is written, “Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated.” 14 What shall we say then? Is there injustice on God’s part? By no means! 15 For he says to...
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Paul Bayne
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What is the meaning of the vision of Ezekiel chapter 1?
It seems to me without getting long-winded, that the whole point of Ezekiel 1 was to give God a chance to show off His majesty and power. God was not...
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What does the Bible say about a trial separation in a marriage?
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by Mark Vestal
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Did Jesus die for everyone or just believers?
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Danny, I appreciate your passion! We are close in our understanding of how we arrive at having faith if viewed in light of God's foreknowledge of us. You,...
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Paul Bayne
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When should the laying on of hands be done?
Firstly, that was Jesus. He laid His hands on people to heal. He had all the power in heaven and earth to do so. In the Book of Acts, it is recorded when...
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Paul Bayne
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Is poverty usually related to sin or the absence of God's favor?
The Bible has a lot to say about being poor, and we have many examples of poor people in Scripture. Since material wealth is not a sure indication of God’s...
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Paul Bayne
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How can one overcome the struggle to forgive himself/herself, knowing that he/she has been forgiven by God?
It's so hard to trust that God has forgiven us of our sins. The multitudes of rebellion, selfishness, and blatant wickedness even after salvation makes us...
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by Mandie Ang
Who was in the lineage of Jesus, Nathan or Solomon?
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While it is true that Elizabeth was of the line of Aaron and Mary was related to her, that does not mean that Mary could not be descended from David also....
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by Kimberly Hinton
Who occupied Israel during the 400 years the Israelites were in Egypt?
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Noah didn't curse Ham he cursed Canaan.
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by Ashton Johnson
What is the Christian view of Tai Chi (TaiChi)?
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I understand but I have one question remaining. Are all martial arts demonic in origin or just Tai Chi?
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Did Jesus die for everyone or just believers?
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Continuing, Blessed how? We are blessed by God to believe; God has poured himself into us! That's a great blessing! That's HOW we come to believe what was...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Did Jesus die for everyone or just believers?
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How is all of this erroneous teaching perpetuated? It's when major tenets of the Christian faith are wrongly taught. The wages of sin is death (Rom 6:23)....
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Paul Bayne
, Saved by Him, for Him, from Him for His glory alone.
Did God create evil?
Another question could be asked, "Did God create love?" From what I've read in scripture, yes, God being sovereign, He must be sovereign and Creator over...
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by Paul Bayne
, Saved by Him, for Him, from Him for His glory alone.
Why was the sword of the LORD "covered with fat" in Isaiah 34:6-7?
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Sounds like a sword hot with slaughter in my opinion. What would a sword look like, if it was used in a mass slaughter? I would assume it would be covered in...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Did Jesus die for everyone or just believers?
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We CAN'T BELIEVE the gospel until we are enlightened (born again) by the Holy Spirit of God! From where does our faith in God come? James 1:17 - it comes...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Did Jesus die for everyone or just believers?
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Mark, I'm gonna try to take the short route with you. I don't think I can change your mind about what you believe. That ain't why I write on this site. I...
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What does it mean that Jesus is King of kings and Lord of lords?