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Favorite Bible Quotes

kvothe said:
I hope this doesnt sound condescending or overly negative to those who dont believe in the trinity, but we have done our duty. the Bible tells us to be faithful to the Lord, to defend the faith, but it also says to avoid no-win arguments, and that it is not our persuasion, it is not our job, but the Holy Spirit to work in the hearts for belief.

I believe that after presentation of the Gospel, or in this case an important support of the Gospel, it is up to the individual to choose to believe and the Holy Spirit to convince them. There comes a point where more talk from me, does more harm than good, and the best we can do is pray out of sincere care for the person, not to prove we are right, they are wrong, but to bring them into a closer relationship, better understanding of God.

I just read Matthew 25 today and it has the parable of the three servants, though the two who worked presented different amounts, one had more to give back to the master, both were given the same praise, well done good and FAITHFUL servant. Both were faithful in working for the Lord, though one had more "success", yet it appears both were esteemed the same by the Lord. A beautiful thing.

I must sound like a broken record, every day I say "I love this passage..."
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It doesn't sound negative or condescending at all and I agree with you 100%. To that end I am unsubscribing from this thread as my conscience will not allow me to not answer every challenge posted here. May God bless you all and I will pray that God will open the eyes of the deceived everywhere.

Ephesians 4:14-15 (New King James Version)
14 that we should no longer be children, tossed to and fro and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the trickery of men, in the cunning craftiness of deceitful plotting, 15 but, speaking the truth in love, may grow up in all things into Him who is the head—Christ—
 
Matthew 26 : 39, 42, 44

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].

42 He went away again the second time, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if this cup may not pass away from me, except I drink it, thy will be done.


44 And he left them, and went away again, and prayed the third time, saying the same words.

Maybe my favorite part of the Bible, I just read it again yesterday and I know other Gospels also record the agony in the garden, contrast it with what Satan said when sin first entered the universe

Isaiah 14:12-15

12 How art thou fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! [how] art thou cut down to the ground, which didst weaken the nations!

13 For thou hast said in thine heart, I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God: I will sit also upon the mount of the congregation, in the sides of the north:

14 I will ascend above the heights of the clouds; I will be like the most High.

15 Yet thou shalt be brought down to hell, to the sides of the pit.

while Jesus said thy will, Satan said my will

what will I say today
 
I just found this yesterday.


Why did the recently published “New International Version” (NIV) of the Bible fail to use the name of God where it appears about 7,000 times in ancient Bible manuscripts? In response to a person who inquired about this, Edwin H. Palmer, Th.D., Executive Secretary for the NIV’s committee wrote:

“Here is why we did not: You are right that Jehovah is a distinctive name for God and ideally we should have used it. But we put 2 1/4 million dollars into this translation and a sure way of throwing that down the drain is to translate, for example, Psalm 23 as, ‘Yahweh is my shepherd.’ Immediately, we would have translated for nothing. Nobody would have used it. Oh, maybe you and a handful [of] others. But a Christian has to be also wise and practical. We are the victims of 350 years of the King James tradition. It is far better to get two million to read it—that is how many have bought it to date—and to follow the King James, than to have two thousand buy it and have the correct translation of Yahweh. . . . It was a hard decision, and many of our translators agree with you.”


$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ one of the devils biggest tricks and it works very well indeed.

God tells how he feels about his name.

Malachi 2: 1 "And now, O ye priests, this commandment is for you. 2 If ye will not hear, and if ye will not lay it to heart, to give glory unto my name, saith Jehovah of hosts, then will I send the curse upon you, and I will curse your blessings; yea, I have cursed them already, because ye do not lay it to heart. "

Isaiah 52:" 5 Now therefore, what do I here, saith Jehovah, seeing that my people is taken away for nought? they that rule over them do howl, saith Jehovah, and my name continually all the day is blasphemed. 6 Therefore my people shall know my name: therefore they shall know in that day that I am he that doth speak; behold, it is I. "
 
Wow, I'm surprised Orangatang isn't screaming "out of context." Kvothe quoted Isaiah 14:12-15. referring to Satan and Lucifer being the same, which most people believe.
Throughout Christian history, its been thought and taught that "Lucifer" is one of the names for the devil. In Christian writing, Lucifer's identity as the devil is taken for granted: "His name is Lucifer (Satan)…" and "Lucifer, known as Satan after his rebellion…" etc. etc. Typically, "Lucifer" is depicted as a goat-like figure with horns, cloven hoofs, and a tail.

The fact of the matter is that Satan the devil is no where described in the Bible as Lucifer. The only Scriptural reference to a "Lucifer" is in Isaiah 14:12 – and then only in some translations. The proper name "Lucifer" does not appear in the original text of Isaiah.

Isaiah 14 is not about Satan’s Origins. It is also commonly taught in Christian circles that Isaiah 14 includes a description of the origins of Satan. It does not. The subject of Isaiah 14 is the "King of Babylon" and he is not a "type of Satan." The Lord is telling Israel through the prophet Isaiah that a time will come when the cruel yoke of Babylon will be lifted from the national shoulders. The language is dramatic and poetic. Isaiah tells of the demise of the tyrant by saying, "The grave below is all astir to meet you at your coming; it rouses the spirits of the departed to greet you…" Should we take this language literally?

The king is doomed. All of his vaunted worldly and political power will avail him nothing. The great military strength through which he oppressed the nations will do him no good in the "weakness" of death: "…all those who were leaders in the world…will say to you…you also have become weak, as we are; you have become like us…"
That these verses are talking about a mere mortal is obvious from verse 11: "All your pomp has been brought down to the grave, along with the noise of your harps; maggots are spread out beneath you and worms cover you." This is not a description of an archangel, but of a mortal man lying in a grave decaying in death.
By reading Isaiah Chapter's 12-15 in context, its clear that Lucifer isn't the devil and that Lucifer was the "King of Babylon."
 
omni said:
Wow, I'm surprised Orangatang isn't screaming "out of context." Kvothe quoted Isaiah 14:12-15. referring to Satan and Lucifer being the same, which most people believe.
Throughout Christian history, its been thought and taught that "Lucifer" is one of the names for the devil. In Christian writing, Lucifer's identity as the devil is taken for granted: "His name is Lucifer (Satan)…" and "Lucifer, known as Satan after his rebellion…" etc. etc. Typically, "Lucifer" is depicted as a goat-like figure with horns, cloven hoofs, and a tail.

The fact of the matter is that Satan the devil is no where described in the Bible as Lucifer. The only Scriptural reference to a "Lucifer" is in Isaiah 14:12 – and then only in some translations. The proper name "Lucifer" does not appear in the original text of Isaiah.

Isaiah 14 is not about Satan’s Origins. It is also commonly taught in Christian circles that Isaiah 14 includes a description of the origins of Satan. It does not. The subject of Isaiah 14 is the "King of Babylon" and he is not a "type of Satan." The Lord is telling Israel through the prophet Isaiah that a time will come when the cruel yoke of Babylon will be lifted from the national shoulders. The language is dramatic and poetic. Isaiah tells of the demise of the tyrant by saying, "The grave below is all astir to meet you at your coming; it rouses the spirits of the departed to greet you…" Should we take this language literally?

The king is doomed. All of his vaunted worldly and political power will avail him nothing. The great military strength through which he oppressed the nations will do him no good in the "weakness" of death: "…all those who were leaders in the world…will say to you…you also have become weak, as we are; you have become like us…"
That these verses are talking about a mere mortal is obvious from verse 11: "All your pomp has been brought down to the grave, along with the noise of your harps; maggots are spread out beneath you and worms cover you." This is not a description of an archangel, but of a mortal man lying in a grave decaying in death.
By reading Isaiah Chapter's 12-15 in context, its clear that Lucifer isn't the devil and that Lucifer was the "King of Babylon."
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Now you want to start arguing about the Devils name.:banghead:
 
omni said:
The fact of the matter is that Satan the devil is no where described in the Bible as Lucifer.
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It is funny because lucifer would be a type of man not even a spirit creature. The term lucifer as used in isaiah was used towards the king of Babylon. It really don't have much to do with God but it does continue to show that false customs and traditions have seeped it's way into christianity and they still exist and aren't going anywhere.
 
woah fella's my point was that the rebellious angel/person (whatever you want to call him) who was tossed out of heaven decided to do his own thing, while Jesus decided to do Gods will. As a christian we are taught to be submissive to God and to deny self. I hve been taught that Isaiah was referencing the devil, but either way the entity in that passage by doing his own will is in rebellion against God and was punished, while Jesus was doing Gods will and though it hurt (slight understatement), He was eventually given great reward. What will we choose? You can argue all you want over who Isaiah is referencing but there is no argument over the attitude and the result, and for me I am more worried about NOT exhibiting that attitude in my life, though unfortunately I too often do, than proving who is being talked about, because I am definitely do not have a degree in Biblical interpretation/study, so I can, and probably am, far off in particulars.

My point, and I make it again today, is to challenge us as Christians to make the correct choice of submission and to use those passages as reminders, which passage are we modeling ourselves after.
 
kvothe said:
woah fella's my point was that the rebellious angel/person (whatever you want to call him) who was tossed out of heaven decided to do his own thing, while Jesus decided to do Gods will. As a christian we are taught to be submissive to God and to deny self. I hve been taught that Isaiah was referencing the devil, but either way the entity in that passage by doing his own will is in rebellion against God and was punished, while Jesus was doing Gods will and though it hurt (slight understatement), He was eventually given great reward. What will we choose? You can argue all you want over who Isaiah is referencing but there is no argument over the attitude and the result, and for me I am more worried about NOT exhibiting that attitude in my life, though unfortunately I too often do, than proving who is being talked about, because I am definitely do not have a degree in Biblical interpretation/study, so I can, and probably am, far off in particulars.

My point, and I make it again today, is to challenge us as Christians to make the correct choice of submission and to use those passages as reminders, which passage are we modeling ourselves after.
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Any preacher from any religion that uses Lucifer as the devils name is misleading people. Biblically, I disagree with all of todays religions. Nobody's perfect and there's many ways to interpret the bible, but teaching a lie is wrong.

One of my favorite stories about faith is the story of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego...
Daniel chapters 1-3.
 
omni said:
Any preacher from any religion that uses Lucifer as the devils name is misleading people. Biblically, I disagree with all of todays religions. Nobody's perfect and there's many ways to interpret the bible, but teaching a lie is wrong.

One of my favorite stories about faith is the story of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego...
Daniel chapters 1-3.
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that is an awesome part. I love it that they were healthier by my not defiling themselves, may also have some practical application, not exactly sure what they ate, but laying off fatty meats and alcohol may improve health, I think I have heard that somewhere. It is great that they took a stand there and by not bowing. Every day in very small ways, we have a chance to do the same thing as they did, to live a seperate life from the world, but not to retreat from the world physically and hide away, what did Jesus say

John 17:15

I pray not that thou shouldest take them out of the world, but that thou shouldest keep them from evil.

I would say that the actions of Shadrack, etc. (too lazy to spell) are a perfect example of that verse

which brings up another cool point of the Bible, I love it when I can see the OT in the NT and vice versa, shows it is one book and not necessarily two seperate books brought together. I guess I am easily amazed, but I find much of the Bible amazing.

thanks for the reminder of Shadrack and co, I will try to do the same as they did today in my life.
 
John 8:32 "And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free."


Luke 11:9 "And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you. 10For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened."


Romans 10:11 "For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed. 12For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him. 13For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. 14How 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? 15And 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! "
 
Galatians 2:20

20 I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.
 
MikeB78 said:
Galatians 2:20

20 I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.
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awesome, I want to do this today and every day.

I was watching John Hagee on tv a couple weeks ago, and like him or not (some do, some dont) he brought up an interesting point. If America would keep the 10 commandments we would change the nation readically in no time. The debt would be paid off, welfare system would be smaller and used for its intended purpose, crime would be gone, jails would be empty, since we wouldnt be ruled by greed, we could trust our government officials, etc. If we could all live by the above quote, this could happen. I know it wont happen as a nation, but just think about what could happen in our lives if we lived by this quote. I believe that we would be much less stressed, have fewer worries, more joy, peace and contentment. I dont know if we would necessarily be materially better off, but I dont think we would be worse. But that is a trade I would make and try to every day, though I too often fail.

thanks for the quote and motivation!
 
Mark 10:42-44

42 But Jesus called them [to him], and saith unto them, Ye know that they which are accounted to rule over the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and their great ones exercise authority upon them.

43 But so shall it not be among you: but whosoever will be great among you, shall be your minister:

44 And whosoever of you will be the chiefest, shall be servant of all.

Let this mind be in us today, not that we would try to account ourselves as great, but that we would have the desire to be a servant, and that we would be guarded against wordliness. There is a warning in verse 42 against wordliness and an exhortation to be seperate. I know for me, unfortunately I am not well trained yet, this means not acting on my initial reaction, careful study of my attitude and the need to make adjustments so that the attitude of selfishness, which is the attitude of the world (even most, not all as I dont know all people, of those who give or are moral that are not of God are this way to glorify themselves) does not creep in and corrupt me.
 
Jeremiah 5:31

31 The prophets prophesy lies,
the priests rule by their own authority,
and my people love it this way.
But what will you do in the end?
 
omni, so true, false prophets, false gospels, poor doctrine has been around forever, and we see it today. Watered down gospel, materialistic gospels, deviations from the simplicity of the message Jesus preached and Paul expounded. By faith in Jesus, repent and be saved. Simple, to the point, not just aks forgiveness, but change your life. Jesus died as punishment for our sins, He arose and went to His Father so that we could receive the Holy Spirit and live a changed life. Accepting His lordship is part of salvation, but few want to talk about that. Everyone wants to be forgiven, but few are willing to bow the knee.

this makes me ask myself, what type of Christian will I be today? What gospel will in be living out? I know at the end of the day I will be able to look back at my actions, attitudes, and motivations and have a clear picture of this, the question is will God and I like what we see or not?

I am reading Exodus and am at the beginning with the Pharaoh and today Pharoah said the Israelites could go into the wilderness, but to leave their herds. God said to bring them, they are needed for sacrifice and as part of worship. Am I going to leave my money and my material goods in Egypt and hold back, or will I sacrifice them to God and let Him use as needed? A very tough question as we see gas prices increase and major fear of higher increases. Personally I know the temptation that will rise, that has already come into mind, when/if gas increases, will I begin to hold back on tithes and offerings? Will I stop going to midweek service, or visitation? Please pray for me to stay faithful as best I can. Thanks to all.
 
I'm sure I'll be flamed for this but...Tithing originated with Moses in the Old Testament and done by Jewish law. It involved contributing agricultural products along with other offerings and added up to more than 10 percent. We assume that Jesus tithed, as he was a follower of the Jewish law. In the New Testament, the idea of tithing can be found eight times, all referring to the Jewish law.

Jesus specifically mentions tithing only three times and each time as a reprimand to the Pharisees.
Luke 11:42
42 “Woe to you Pharisees, because you give God a tenth of your mint, rue and all other kinds of garden herbs, but you neglect justice and the love of God. You should have practiced the latter without leaving the former undone.
Matthew 23:23,
23 “Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You give a tenth of your spices—mint, dill and cumin. But you have neglected the more important matters of the law—justice, mercy and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter, without neglecting the former.
At Luke 18:12-14, by telling a parable in which the Pharisee brags, "I fast twice in the week, I give tithes of all that I possess." Jesus ends the parable by saying "Everyone that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted."

Most Christians generally accept that the law of tithing, as other Jewish laws, was absolished at Jesus' death, when he fulfilled the Old Testament law. Christians do not follow Jewish community laws such as the extensive dietary restrictions in the Old Testament and tithing was part of that group of laws. Others believe that because Jesus spoke about tithing, he was instructing his followers to continue the practice.

Jesus spoke more often about giving than tithing, and giving in much larger amounts, including service. In Matthew 10:8 he says, " Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give." In Matthew 19:21, he tells a young man who asks how to gain eternal life, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.”
This is one of my favorites...
Luke 21:1-4
1 As Jesus looked up, he saw the rich putting their gifts into the temple treasury. 2 He also saw a poor widow put in two very small copper coins. 3 “Truly I tell you,” he said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. 4 All these people gave their gifts out of their wealth; but she out of her poverty put in all she had to live on.”
 
Omni, I see your points, yes it is basically an OT Jewish law, Jesus did refer to it and since He had not yet been sacrificed the law was still in force. Paul, who had the most revelation of the church, did not mention tithing but did mention offerings made to support the poor and the spread of the gospel.

Whatever name you want to call it, giving to the Lord should be a priority for every believer, tithe, free will offering, love offering, missions support, etc. My church does believe in the OT 10% tithe, it is expected that each member handle their finances in such a way that the 10% is not a problem. Since I go to that church I follow their practices and use their termonology. For those whose churches dont practice that or teach it, that is not a big deal, obviously there is evidence both for and against.

Lest we get caught up in semantics though, it is right that a believer set aside funds, in an orderly and consistent manner, to give to Gods work. I dont care what percentage, what name it is called, do what you like, but give. Even in times of distress, give. As we see unrest and fear mongering and prices increase, where is our faith going to be, it is an opportunity to show faith to God and somehow He will bless us for it. But the temptation is great to pull back, I would be a liar if I didnt say I didnt feel it, that is why I ask for prayer to help me to be faithful.
 
I like the guy too. I am not a fan of his son's style though.

Same with Charles Stanley. Love him! Again, not a fan of his son's style either.

The only thing that "scares me" about these "big time tv preachers" is the constant pimping of books/dvd's/cd's etc. Always makes me wonder what the agenda is. God driven to get the Word out OR $-motivated. Sorry, Im just human.

To be fair, I'm sure their expenses are insane too. Again, some times the judgemental human side just says hmmmm


kvothe said:
awesome, I want to do this today and every day.

I was watching John Hagee on tv a couple weeks ago, and like him or not (some do, some dont) he brought up an interesting point.
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Yes I like Charles Stanley and David Jeremiah. I understand about the wondering about their motivations, I am sure they need to profit, but I have read some of their books, just got them from library though, and am glad they wrote them. Dr Stanley has a book I am reading now, I cant remember the name off the top of my head, it covers a ton of stuff on the Christian Life, from doctrine to different problems, etc. that we face. A very good resource.
 
I've got more CD's from him that I can count. ALL reasonably priced. Great for me as Im in my car a LOT. Dude is blessed and called to preach for sure.

kvothe said:
Yes I like Charles Stanley and David Jeremiah. I understand about the wondering about their motivations, I am sure they need to profit, but I have read some of their books, just got them from library though, and am glad they wrote them. Dr Stanley has a book I am reading now, I cant remember the name off the top of my head, it covers a ton of stuff on the Christian Life, from doctrine to different problems, etc. that we face. A very good resource.
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Did I killl the thread???? :(
 
I'm not a big fan of people who make a living off spiritual merchandise. When Jesus came to earth he didn't ask for a penny for what he preached. The only price he got paid was his life. This is a HUGE reason why I don't support many of the newer bible translations. This goes along with what I was saying earlier, they took god's name out, they changed a few words and start selling them like I PODS. We are a generation of "I gotta have the latest" No matter what it is. We think it's going to be better but NOT everything is better because it's new! ESPECIALLY THE BIBLE!!!
 
Agreed .....;)

Flaw said:
We are a generation of "I gotta have the latest" No matter what it is. We think it's going to be better but NOT everything is better because it's new! ESPECIALLY THE BIBLE!!!
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There's a new version of the "new american bible" coming out march 9th. This is a quote from USA today from the bishop's group "the latest edition of the New American Bible, due out March 9, will be more accurate and more accessible than previous versions"

I find it hard to believe that money wasn't a big influence here. I also find it hard to believe that they haven't got wrapped up in the spirit of this world/generation. Like I mentioned in my previous posts, it's crazy how many new bible translations have come out so recently in the past century.
 
KVOTHE & PHIL: What Bible "versions" do you recommend. It's time for me to sit down and finally read the Bible word for word.
 
9:1 Meanwhile Saul, still breathing out threats to murder the Lord’s disciples, went to the high priest 2 and requested letters from him to the synagogues in Damascus, so that if he found any who belonged to the Way, either men or women, he could bring them as prisoners to Jerusalem. 3 As he was going along, approaching Damascus, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. 4 He fell to the ground and heard a voice saying to him, “Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me?” 5 So he said, “Who are you, Lord?” He replied, “I am Jesus whom you are persecuting! 6 But stand up and enter the city and you will be told what you must do.” 7 (Now the men who were traveling with him stood there speechless, because they heard the voice but saw no one.) 8 So Saul got up from the ground, but although his eyes were open, he could see nothing. Leading him by the hand, his companions brought him into Damascus. 9 For three days he could not see, and he neither ate nor drank anything. 10 Now there was a disciple in Damascus named Ananias. The Lord said to him in a vision, “Ananias,” and he replied, “Here I am, Lord.” 11 Then the Lord told him, “Get up and go to the street called ‘Straight,’ and at Judas’ house look for a man from Tarsus named Saul. For he is praying, 12 and he has seen in a vision a man named Ananias come in and place his hands on him so that he may see again.” 13 But Ananias replied, “Lord, I have heard from many people about this man, how much harm he has done to your saints in Jerusalem, 14 and here he has authority from the chief priests to imprison all who call on your name!” 15 But the Lord said to him, “Go, because this man is my chosen instrument to carry my name before Gentiles and kings and the people of Israel. 16 For I will show him how much he must suffer for the sake of my name.” 17 So Ananias departed and entered the house, placed his hands on Saul and said, “Brother Saul, the Lord Jesus, who appeared to you on the road as you came here, has sent me so that you may see again and be filled with the Holy Spirit.” 18 Immediately something like scales fell from his eyes, and he could see again. He got up and was baptized, 19 and after taking some food, his strength returned. For several days he was with the disciples in Damascus, 20 and immediately he began to proclaim Jesus in the synagogues, saying, “This man is the Son of God.” 21 All who heard him were amazed and were saying, “Is this not the man who in Jerusalem was ravaging those who call on this name, and who had come here to bring them as prisoners to the chief priests?” 22 But Saul became more and more capable, and was causing consternation among the Jews who lived in Damascus by proving that Jesus is the Christ. 23 Now after some days had passed, the Jews plotted together to kill him, 24 but Saul learned of their plot against him. They were also watching the city gates day and night so that they could kill him. 25 But his disciples took him at night and let him down through an opening in the wall by lowering him in a basket. 26 When he arrived in Jerusalem, he attempted to associate with the disciples, and they were all afraid of him, because they did not believe that he was a disciple. 27 But Barnabas took Saul, brought him to the apostles, and related to them how he had seen the Lord on the road, that the Lord had spoken to him, and how in Damascus he had spoken out boldly in the name of Jesus. 28 So he was staying with them, associating openly with them in Jerusalem, speaking out boldly in the name of the Lord. 29 He was speaking and debating with the Greek-speaking Jews, but they were trying to kill him. 30 When the brothers found out about this, they brought him down to Caesarea and sent him away to Tarsus. 31 Then the church throughout Judea, Galilee, and Samaria experienced peace and thus was strengthened. Living in the fear of the Lord and in the encouragement of the Holy Spirit, the church increased in numbers. 32 Now as Peter was traveling around from place to place, he also came down to the saints who lived in Lydda. 33 He found there a man named Aeneas who had been confined to a mattress for eight years because he was paralyzed. 34 Peter said to him, “Aeneas, Jesus the Christ heals you. Get up and make your own bed!” And immediately he got up. 35 All those who lived in Lydda and Sharon saw him, and they turned to the Lord. 36 Now in Joppa there was a disciple named Tabitha (which in translation means Dorcas). She was continually doing good deeds and acts of charity. 37 At that time she became sick and died. When they had washed her body, they placed it in an upstairs room. 38 Because Lydda was near Joppa, when the disciples heard that Peter was there, they sent two men to him and urged him, “Come to us without delay.” 39 So Peter got up and went with them, and when he arrived they brought him to the upper room. All the widows stood beside him, crying and showing him the tunics and other clothing Dorcas used to make while she was with them. 40 But Peter sent them all outside, knelt down, and prayed. Turning to the body, he said, “Tabitha, get up.” Then she opened her eyes, and when she saw Peter, she sat up. 41 He gave her his hand and helped her get up. Then he called the saints and widows and presented her alive. 42 This became known throughout all Joppa, and many believed in the Lord. 43 So Peter stayed many days in Joppa with a man named Simon, a tanner.
 
2:9 After listening to the king they left, and once again the star they saw when it rose led them until it stopped above the place where the child was.
 
Eberly: Whats up with post #330 ?
That's not a quote, that's a novel
LOLOLOL
 
Just messin with ya buddy ;)
 
LOL. Pot? meet kettle! LOL
 
I have some good things to share. I will post some more later tonight. I had some devotionals that really hit hard as of the past few days....if God isn't speaking to me I would be VERY surprised. I was going to bring them in to work but left them at home :(

Trust in the LORD with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding.
Seek His will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take. Proverbs 3:5,6

[SUP]"[/SUP] For as the body apart from the spirit is dead, even so faith apart from works is dead". -James 2:26

Make allowance for each other's faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. Colossians 3:13

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Therefore accept one another, just as the Messiah also accepted you, to the glory of God Romans 15:17

A person's insight gives him patience, and his virtue is to overlook an offense Proverbs 19:11

Galatians 2:20 I no longer live but christ lives in me

Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

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Galatians 5:24 Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the sinful nature with its passions and desires.

Psalms 34:4 I sought the lord and he heard me and delivered me from my fears

2 Corinthians 4:18 So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.

Matthew 10:26 So do not be afraid of them. There is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, or hidden that will not be made known.

Isaiah 53:5 But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed.

Matthew 18:21-35
Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, "Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?" Jesus answered, "I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times." "Therefore, the kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. As he began the settlement, a man who owed him ten thousand talents was brought to him.Since he was not able to pay, the master ordered that he and his wife and his children and all that he had be sold to repay the debt. The servant fell on his knees before him. 'Be patient with me,' he begged, 'and I will pay back everything.' The servant's master took pity on him, canceled the debt and let him go. "But when that servant went out, he found one of his fellow servants who owed him a hundred denarii. He grabbed him and began to choke him. 'Pay back what you owe me!' he demanded. "His fellow servant fell to his knees and begged him, 'Be patient with me, and I will pay you back.' "But he refused. Instead, he went off and had the man thrown into prison until he could pay the debt. When the other servants saw what had happened, they were greatly distressed and went and told their master everything that had happened. "Then the master called the servant in. 'You wicked servant,' he said, 'I canceled all that debt of yours because you begged me to. Shouldn't you have had mercy on your fellow servant just as I had on you?' In anger his master turned him over to the jailers to be tortured, until he should pay back all he owed. "This is how my heavenly Father will treat each of you unless you forgive your brother from your heart."
 
25:1 “At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. 2 Five of the virgins were foolish, and five were wise. 3 When the foolish ones took their lamps, they did not take extra olive oil with them. 4 But the wise ones took flasks of olive oil with their lamps. 5 When the bridegroom was delayed a long time, they all became drowsy and fell asleep. 6 But at midnight there was a shout, ‘Look, the bridegroom is here! Come out to meet him.’ 7 Then all the virgins woke up and trimmed their lamps. 8 The foolish ones said to the wise, ‘Give us some of your oil, because our lamps are going out.’ 9 ‘No,’ they replied. ‘There won’t be enough for you and for us. Go instead to those who sell oil and buy some for yourselves.’ 10 But while they had gone to buy it, the bridegroom arrived, and those who were ready went inside with him to the wedding banquet. Then the door was shut.
 
1. The tongue that heals is a tree of life; but a devious tongue breaks the spirit. Proverbs 15:4

So it's not really just about what you say, it's how you say it. Speech comes from the heart. And when the hearts motives don't match up with the tongue's words disaster can ensure. Adjusting your tone and how you say things is easier said than done. It takes ruthless self-examination and hard work to recognize what you say, how you say it, when you say it.

2. So then, it was not you who sent me here, but God. He made me father to Pharaoh, lord of his entire household and ruler of all Egypt. Genesis 45:8

Even in the darkest times it's important to recognize God's sovereign hand of protection and provision in our lives. Even though good and bad things happen, God has planned it all for good. There are things we will never understand until we walk through the valleys of life. Learn to recognize God in all your affairs, even the difficult ones.

3. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; Invalid Link Removedpersecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

There is nothing in the bible that says if you believe in Him you aren't going to have any troubles. Without suffering we would never learn to trust him without instead of trusting ourselves. Suffering hurts but are not meaningless. Use these moments as opportunities to persevere and overcome.
 
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Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, 20 for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (NLT)

Don't be like them, for your Father knows exactly what you need even before you ask him! Matthew 6:8 (NLT)

For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13 (NLT)
 
CaptHowdy5150 said:
Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, 20 for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (NLT)

Don't be like them, for your Father knows exactly what you need even before you ask him! Matthew 6:8 (NLT)

For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13 (NLT)
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First time i've seen Matthew 6:8....solid!
 
TheDarkHalf said:
First time i've seen Matthew 6:8....solid!
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Back in high school, we were doing a thing where we'd close our eyes, open a Bible and point, then read the verse we landed on. I got that one and it has stuck with me ever since. It's a great verse by itself, but even better in the context of the surrounding verses.
 
CaptHowdy5150 said:
Back in high school, we were doing a thing where we'd close our eyes, open a Bible and point, then read the verse we landed on. I got that one and it has stuck with me ever since. It's a great verse by itself, but even better in the context of the surrounding verses.
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I agree. It's kind of conflicting though....if he knows what we want before we ask...then why do we have to ask??? lol

The Good Lord certainly has his sense of humor :)
 
Aint that the truth?! haha :p

TheDarkHalf said:
I agree. It's kind of conflicting though....if he knows what we want before we ask...then why do we have to ask??? lol

The Good Lord certainly has his sense of humor :)
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