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2/9/09 8:22 AM |
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DJC49-this is very true. Homosexuality is like a deadly cancer. It eats away at the moral fabric of society until it destroys it altogether. If someone wants a clear biblical example of what this sin does, read Gen.19:11, "And they smote the men that were at the door of the house with blindness, both small and great, so that they WEARIED themselves to find the door." ---you would think being struck blind would of frightened them, but no; they still tried to fulfill their perverted desire. This brings out how mentally depraved homosexuals are {Romans 1:24}. God destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah because of sexual sin, to the point of no trace left. Yes, all sin is deadly, but, homosexuality is particularly entangling. It's frightening that so many have such a flippant approach to sin, especially one that ensnares such as this one. Is it any wonder America {and the entire world} is in the shape it's in? |
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2/8/09 9:13 PM |
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Amy, If these lesbians were to repent of their sin, then by all means, let them stay. BUT, you simply cannot allow this when you are upholding the word of God. This is simply ridiculous, an outright blatant act in which sin {in this case, homosexuals} demands to be accepted. It is all part of the homosexual agenda, they will continue to push and push their abomination down the throats of Christians until they wear down some, who in turn say, 'we must love all people'. To love someone is to point out their sin using God's word, and tell them how Christ died and was raised so they may be reconciled to God. Giving the Gospel to a lost sinner is the biggest evidence of love one could display. To simply embrace their sin is NOT biblical. I do like the statement, 'the purpose of a religious school is to teach Christian values'. God does not condone sin, neither should His children. |
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2/4/09 4:51 PM |
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Rogerant, I pointed out your error in accusing MacArthur in not using proper terminology,imputed vs. infused. What was your intentions in posting the links concerning Dr. MacArthur? As for my comment in speaking harshly, that was a reference to my OWN postings; we are to strive to glorify God in ALL we do, many of these postings would certainly contradict that. Again, I consider Dr. MacArthur a true man of God, and I thank God for him. Do you hold a doctorate in theology?It appears we 'excuse' our behavior and chalk it up to the fact that this is a passionate forum. Yet, God's word is clear, 'A servant of the Lord must NOT quarrel, but be gentle to all, able to teach, patient, in humility correcting those who are in opposition' 2nd Timothy 2:24-25 Again, God forgive me if I have spoken too harshly. |
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2/4/09 3:55 PM |
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No one has full knowledge of the Bible. I don't point to a man for truth, I corrected your accusations against a man who expounds truth. Truth is only found in one place, not creeds and confessions, but solely in God's word. MacArthur is saved by God's grace, but he is not perfect. However, this man has a doctorate in theology, instead of criticizing him, we should embrace our brothers and sisters in Christ. You seem to make a sport of debating, is that healthy? You also want to condemn others who don't 'word' things exactly as you think they should. I suppose no one truly lives up to your high expectations, how sad. As was already pointed out, MacArthur used the correct 'terminology' concerning imputed righteousness. If holding to a 'reformed' view means one must exalt a certain system of beliefs, while tearing down all who oppose, I want NO part of it. This is like the Pharisees of Christ's day, being self-righteous and looking down their noses at all who aren't like them. I will stick with my teacher, the Holy Spirit, as He illumines God' truth through His word. May God forgive me if I have spoken too harshly.Good day |
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2/4/09 2:22 PM |
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Rogerant~ before you 'gloat' over your victory {which seems to be your main goal; being right, not edifying others}, read this from MacArthur's website, from www.gty.org/Resources/Sermons/90-65 "First of all, I get the righteousness of Christ, to know Him is to have His righteousness. It is to have His holiness, His virtue infused into me, IMPUTED to me. It makes me right before God." Also, from his sermon 'The believer's armor, MacArthur states, 'When you become a Christian, you reach out your hand in faith, take hold of the hand of God through Jesus Christ, at that moment the righteousness of Christ is IMPUTED to you, God clothes you in the righteousness of Christ." We should NOT attack others based on opinions and half-truths. Also, check this out...www.gty.org/search/resources/imputed+righteousness |
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2/4/09 1:15 PM |
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candlelit~ thank you for your post. I appreciate your commentary. Thank you for bringing to light who the true Teacher of man is...the Holy Spirit. Mike~ yes, I have read MacArthur's 'The Truth War'; it is an excellent read. Another book I would suggest is MacArthur's 'Hard to Believe', as well as Charles Leiter's 'Justification and regeneration'. His book is available at www.heartcrymissionary.com Rogerant~again, you imply that creeds and confessions are the result of the framework or lense in how we interpret scripture. Candlelit clarifies, 'the Holy Spirit is our teacher'. That statement sums it all up...No one can reveal truth to another, only God can; through His word, by His Spirit. Instead of repeatedly hammering away at a set system of beliefs according to these creeds and confessions, let's pray for one another; after all, the Holy Spirit is the ultimate teacher, not man. You seem to imply that those who do not hold to a set system of beliefs are much like those of cults and demons. Shame on you!BTW~ I have no problem with MacArthur's pre-mil view. Really, will my pre-mil view affect the salvation God has given by His grace? Not! |
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2/4/09 11:43 AM |
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Rogerant~ MacArthur is a great expository preacher/teacher; yet, he is still in like us, in the flesh. I respect this man's teaching, the years he has spent studying God's word, and the way God uses him to speak truth. Yet, I understand MacArthur is human. There are several men I respect and have gleaned much from...Washer, C. Leiter, Jeff Noblit, M. Thomsen, my own pastor. When you linked MacArthur with lordship salvation, I gave a link so others may read for themselves. MacArthur teaches what the Bible teaches. The problem I see with so many is this system of 'categorizing' and 'labeling'. This is causing HUGE riffs within the body of Christ, all because we give credit for what we learn to a 'system of theology' instead of to Christ, who is the holder and teacher of all truth. Rather than throw myself into some category, I much rather prefer to keep it simple...I am a sinner saved solely by His grace and power in Christ, whose feet I sit at for understanding. |
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1/28/09 10:14 AM |
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This comment, 'we do have a heart for lost souls. We pray for Michael Hranek all the time' is very disturbing. Please, let's not let our flesh get in the way as we debate to the point of dividing. Let us remember the word of the Lord,"And a servant of the Lord must not quarrel but be gentle to all, able to teach, patient, in humility correcting those who are in opposition, if God will perhaps grant them repentance, so that they may know the truth." 2nd Timothy 2:24-25What is the greatest gift? "Love suffers long and is kind, love does not envy, love does not parade itself, is not puffed up, does not behave rudely, does not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil, does not rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things." 1st Cor. 13:4-7 |
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1/23/09 2:29 PM |
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GG~ The problem with your holy tradition is that it overrides scripture, and cannot be backed with scripture. Traditions are what Christ preached against concerning the Sadduccees and Pharisees,who were arrogant and self righteous because they followed tradition. As for the gifts you mentioned in Isaiah, those are not gifts of man, but instead are attribute of God's Spirit, and reference to Christ, who is the Branch from Jesse. From 1 Cor. 12:4, 'gift' means 'grace or gifts denoting extraordinary powers, distinguishing certain Christians and enabling them to serve the church of Christ, received w/o any merit of his own' Again, you or a church cannot produce a 'gift', it must be given from above. To understand the true meaning of the word 'gift' is priceless.Your lack of reverence and understanding of who God is shows in your posts, you refer to God's Holy Spirit by posting his initials, which is demeaning. |
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