http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/-t1.htm Read, comment and write your articles on Christian Faith. This Forum is for general discussion on the Bible. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:18:55 GMT 10 http://i86.servimg.com/u/f86/11/36/02/09/header15.jpg http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/-t1.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/why-won-t-god-heal-amputees-t3726.htm Waqar Daniel Why won't God heal amputees - Since Christians talk of the miracle working powers of Jesus? Since no one can answer the question then God is imaginary, and Christianity is a complete illusion. Belief in God is nothing but a silly superstition, and this superstition leads a significant portion of the population to be delusional. I have been sent this question via email. The question in itself is cunning and deceptive. This question is so brilliantly deceptive that it breeds a doubt in our ... Discussion on Bible Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:18:55 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/why-won-t-god-heal-amputees-t3726.htm#7853 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/why-won-t-god-heal-amputees-t3726.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-bible-story-of-bartimaeus-t3713.htm Jesusismylord The Bible story of Bartimaeus By Fergus Davar Hi people, last Sunday I have another amazing sermon to share with you. I will be talking about Jesus healing the blind beggar in Mark 10:46-52. Mark 10:46-52 46 They came to Jericho, and as Jesus was leaving with his disciples and a large crowd, a blind beggar named Bartimaeus son of Timaeus was sitting by the road. 47 When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout, "Jesus! Son of David! Take pity on me!" 48 Many of ... Discussion on Bible Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:04:19 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-bible-story-of-bartimaeus-t3713.htm#7831 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-bible-story-of-bartimaeus-t3713.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/children-of-god-t3712.htm Jesusismylord Children of God By Fergus Davar Hi people, today (15/11/09) we celebrated Children's Day in our Church. Well Children's Day in India is observed on 14th November but we celebrated it on the closest Sunday, since the whole Church gets together then. Most of you will know this but incase you don't then the reason why Children's day is celebrated on 14th November is because, our first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru was very fond of children & since his birthday fell on 14th November, we celebrate ... Discussion on Bible Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:02:47 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/children-of-god-t3712.htm#7830 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/children-of-god-t3712.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/christians-working-against-themselves-t3698.htm fennywest The Malaysian government has refused to release 10,000 Bibles which it seized because they contained the word Allah to refer to God. The government, which is dominated by Muslim Malays, claims that the word Allah is Islamic and that its use in Bibles could upset Muslims. The Roman Catholic Church is challenging the ban in court. Religion has become highly sensitive in Malaysia, where about two-thirds of the population is Muslim. Religious minorities have accused the government of ... Discussion on Bible Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:48:37 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/christians-working-against-themselves-t3698.htm#7800 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/christians-working-against-themselves-t3698.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/anonymous-giving-part-2-t3693.htm fennywest Church Giving Our church gave openly not too long ago: We invited charity which is involved in looking after the homeless- giving them shelter, food etc The leader of the charity was invited to church and a cheque made out like a banner was offered to the Leader by our Pastor with pictures taken during the service. He was also given a platform to give his acceptance and thanks giving speech. The picture was published on the notice board of the Church at the back of the church main auditorium Was ... Discussion on Bible Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:44:12 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/anonymous-giving-part-2-t3693.htm#7795 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/anonymous-giving-part-2-t3693.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/did-i-do-that-t3688.htm ChristianLady Did I Do That? By Pam Ford Davis "Did I do that?" Steven Urkel from the "Family Matters" sitcom repeatedly caused problems! When he got caught in the act he played innocent. "Did I do that?" Trouble seemed to follow him wherever he went. If there were jinxed individuals, he would surely be president of "Jinxed Anonymous!" We easily become entrapped in unforeseen problems; but often we bring calamities upon ourselves. King David, tenderly described as a man after God's own ... Discussion on Bible Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:15:25 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/did-i-do-that-t3688.htm#7790 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/did-i-do-that-t3688.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/being-anonymous-in-your-generosity-part-1-t3681.htm fennywest (God’s way of Giving Anonymity in Generosity Great way to Give Giving in the Secret Anonymity in giving Giving and Motives Rewarding Giving The Best way of Giving) These are alternative titles. Choose the one you like most. M't:6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. M't:6:2: Therefore when thou doest thine alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the ... Discussion on Bible Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:41:35 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/being-anonymous-in-your-generosity-part-1-t3681.htm#7777 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/being-anonymous-in-your-generosity-part-1-t3681.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-son-of-god-problem-for-the-jews-t3650.htm I am Saved By Robert Randle The Jewish religion from its inception was monotheistic, at least in belief and practice, with the unique distinction separating it from those of their Canaanite and Mesopotamian neighbors is mentioned in Deuteronomy 6:4, which says: "Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one!." Any idea that the Lord (YHVH) God of Israel could have a Son is totally inconceivable. One of the characteristics of nearly all divine pantheons of the gods is that of having a ... Discussion on Bible Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:18:53 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-son-of-god-problem-for-the-jews-t3650.htm#7737 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-son-of-god-problem-for-the-jews-t3650.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/hopeless-battle-t3649.htm I am Saved By: Pam Ford Davis Are you fighting a hopeless battle? We do not need to be on a foreign field to be entrapped and in desperate need of deliverance. Some fight the battle of addictions. Others battle loneliness or depression. All of mankind battles the lure of sin. Is our battle hopeless? The Bible is great literature and detailed history. It is also our foundation of faith. Book stores and library shelves display row after row of self help books. What happens when we have tried ... Discussion on Bible Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:15:39 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/hopeless-battle-t3649.htm#7735 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/hopeless-battle-t3649.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/why-does-god-let-bad-things-happen-in-the-world-t3633.htm Savioroftheworld This question is probably as old as religion itself. It is a stumbling block for some of us, and for many more at given moments of tragedy. There are as many answers to this question as there are people who care to engage in theological dialogue. One understanding is that yes, God allows "bad" things to happen; God does not cause them to happen. Most "bad" things which happen do so because God gives a radical freedom to God's people; we are free people, not puppets on a string. But God does ... Discussion on Bible Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:28:24 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/why-does-god-let-bad-things-happen-in-the-world-t3633.htm#7708 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/why-does-god-let-bad-things-happen-in-the-world-t3633.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/why-does-god-let-bad-things-happen-in-the-world-t3632.htm Savioroftheworld This question is probably as old as religion itself. It is a stumbling block for some of us, and for many more at given moments of tragedy. There are as many answers to this question as there are people who care to engage in theological dialogue. One understanding is that yes, God allows "bad" things to happen; God does not cause them to happen. Most "bad" things which happen do so because God gives a radical freedom to God's people; we are free people, not puppets on a string. But God does ... Discussion on Bible Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:16:00 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/why-does-god-let-bad-things-happen-in-the-world-t3632.htm#7707 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/why-does-god-let-bad-things-happen-in-the-world-t3632.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/why-does-god-let-bad-things-happen-in-the-world-t3631.htm Savioroftheworld This question is probably as old as religion itself. It is a stumbling block for some of us, and for many more at given moments of tragedy. There are as many answers to this question as there are people who care to engage in theological dialogue. One understanding is that yes, God allows "bad" things to happen; God does not cause them to happen. Most "bad" things which happen do so because God gives a radical freedom to God's people; we are free people, not puppets on a string. But God does ... Discussion on Bible Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:14:35 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/why-does-god-let-bad-things-happen-in-the-world-t3631.htm#7706 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/why-does-god-let-bad-things-happen-in-the-world-t3631.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/jesus-and-other-sons-of-gods-t3626.htm Waqar Daniel Jesus claimed to be Son of the God Most High and called the God Most High as Father. The main purpose of Jesus' life on earth was "I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly. (John 10:10) Jesus was the only Son of God who claimed to give everlasting life and He laid His own life to do so. Whereas, in comparison to others who claimed to be sons of various gods never claimed to give everlasting life. Alexander the Great Alexander the Great claimed to be son of Zeus. ... Discussion on Bible Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:41:20 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/jesus-and-other-sons-of-gods-t3626.htm#7700 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/jesus-and-other-sons-of-gods-t3626.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/is-there-any-historical-proof-that-jesus-existed-t3615.htm Waqar Daniel People challenge Jesus' existence because the true Jesus Christ of the Bible and history makes people feel uncomfortable—even guilty. That's because not only is He something, He stands for something—the great moral and spiritual authority of God's divine law. Those who want to freely live immoral lives, particularly sexually immoral, don't want to be reminded that their behavior is sinful. Their reaction is to "kill the messenger"—Jesus Christ Himself— in a futile effort to destroy the law ... Discussion on Bible Sat, 10 Oct 2009 19:54:33 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/is-there-any-historical-proof-that-jesus-existed-t3615.htm#7686 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/is-there-any-historical-proof-that-jesus-existed-t3615.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/english-bible-history-t3614.htm Savioroftheworld English Bible History The fascinating story of how we got the Bible in its present form actually starts thousands of years ago, as briefly outlined in our Timeline of Bible Translation History. As a background study, we recommend that you first review our discussion of the Pre-Reformation History of the Bible from 1,400 B.C. to 1,400 A.D., which covers the transmission of the scripture through the original languages of ... Discussion on Bible Sat, 10 Oct 2009 14:49:37 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/english-bible-history-t3614.htm#7684 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/english-bible-history-t3614.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-practicals-of-miracles-t3610.htm Fenny West 32When Mary reached the place where Jesus was and saw him, she fell at his feet and said, "Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died." 33When Jesus saw her weeping, and the Jews who had come along with her also weeping, he was deeply moved in spirit and troubled. 34"Where have you laid him?" he asked. "Come and see, Lord," they replied. 35Jesus wept. 36Then the Jews said, "See how he loved him!" 37But some of them said, ... Discussion on Bible Fri, 09 Oct 2009 19:31:43 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-practicals-of-miracles-t3610.htm#7679 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-practicals-of-miracles-t3610.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/healing-from-serpent-of-brass-t3600.htm Waqar Daniel And the LORD sent fiery serpents among the people, and they bit the people; and much people of Israel died. Therefore the people came to Moses, and said, We have sinned, for we have spoken against the LORD, and against thee; pray unto the LORD, that he take away the serpents from us. And Moses prayed for the people. And the LORD said unto Moses, Make thee a fiery serpent, and set it upon a pole: and it shall come to pass, that every one that is bitten, when he looketh upon it, shall live. And ... Discussion on Bible Sun, 04 Oct 2009 15:38:49 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/healing-from-serpent-of-brass-t3600.htm#7662 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/healing-from-serpent-of-brass-t3600.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/a-core-theology-three-propositions-t3582.htm heavenbound A Core Theology: Three Propositions by Jim Barringer 9/18/2009 / Christian Living This post has come together mainly due to my recent Sunday morning lesson series with the youth. I'd also like to thank those of you, mostly my youth, who (consciously or not) have been crucial in the way I've formed and presented the things in this essay. Proposition 1: God has a plan for your life, and his plan is good, acceptable, and perfect. Romans 12:2 is quoted frequently out of context; here ... Discussion on Bible Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:04:52 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/a-core-theology-three-propositions-t3582.htm#7631 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/a-core-theology-three-propositions-t3582.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/is-it-right-to-judge-others-t3573.htm Pastor Is it Right to Judge Others? by M Randall Today it seems the most often quoted Bible verse is Matthew 7:1, "Judge not, that ye be not judged." Some use it without realizing its true meaning and others, Christian and non Christians, use it to avoid accountability. Hypocrites for example would use it to avoid being challenged in their wrong doing. What does this verse really mean? Does this verse teach that we cannot judge others? We see Jesus just a few verse later in Matthew ... Discussion on Bible Sat, 26 Sep 2009 18:59:55 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/is-it-right-to-judge-others-t3573.htm#7609 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/is-it-right-to-judge-others-t3573.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/who-were-the-three-men-that-abraham-saw-t3556.htm Waqar Daniel Discussion on Bible Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:50:43 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/who-were-the-three-men-that-abraham-saw-t3556.htm#7565 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/who-were-the-three-men-that-abraham-saw-t3556.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/bless-god-for-pardoning-all-thy-sins-t3547.htm dove Bless God for Pardoning All Thy Sins By Ray Zink Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; (Psa 103:3 KJV) By the pardon of sin, that is taken away which kept good things from us, and we are restored to the favor of God, who bestows good things on us. Think of the provocation; it was sin, and yet pardoned: how many the provocations, yet all pardoned! God is still forgiving, as we are still sinning and repenting. The body finds the melancholy consequences of Adam's ... Discussion on Bible Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:06:07 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/bless-god-for-pardoning-all-thy-sins-t3547.htm#7553 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/bless-god-for-pardoning-all-thy-sins-t3547.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/fear-not-t3541.htm Fenny West He shall not be afraid of evil tidings."-Psalm 112:7 The righteous will, the redeemed, blood-bought, blood-covered, blood-kept shall not be afraid of evil tidings, evil news. Why? God is their refuge and their strength, there ever present help in trouble. If God be for them who can be against them. Nothing will happen to them unless the Lord has permitted it. And He ill not permit what they cannot handle. What are the types of evil news we can receive? Supplies are running ... Discussion on Bible Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:42:10 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/fear-not-t3541.htm#7545 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/fear-not-t3541.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/our-lives-t3536.htm Kachi We go to church,Almost half of the days in the week,what actually are we looking for.Blessing,healing,deliverance or GOD.In the book of luke8:the people where with God for 3days without going anywhere.How many of us in this present age can stay in church for at least for 3 straight hours without checking our watches.we have to learn to seek the savior an d not what he has to offer.We have to learn to devote our time to the things of our father.Moses in all his walk with God still asked to know ... Discussion on Bible Sun, 13 Sep 2009 15:08:44 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/our-lives-t3536.htm#7535 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/our-lives-t3536.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/slaughter-the-jews-t3526.htm Waqar Daniel "Fight those who believe not in Allah nor the Last Day, nor hold that forbidden which hath been forbidden by Allah and His Messenger, nor acknowledge the religion of Truth, (even if they are) of the People of the Book, until they pay the Jizya with willing submission, and feel themselves subdued." Koran 9:29 Suras 9 and 5 are the last "revelations" that Muhammad handed down. Book 041, Number 6983: Abdullah b. 'Umar reported Allah's Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying: You and ... Discussion on Bible Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:36:04 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/slaughter-the-jews-t3526.htm#7524 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/slaughter-the-jews-t3526.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/opened-and-closed-doors-t3520.htm Fenny West OPENED AND CLOSED DOORS We need to learn to thank the Lord for closed doors just as much as we do for open doors. The reason God closes doors is because He has not prepared anything over there for us. If he didn't close the wrong door we would never find our way to the right door. Even when we don't realize it, God directs our paths through the closing and opening of doors. When one door closes, it forces us to change our course. Another door closes; it forces us to change our ... Discussion on Bible Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:59:20 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/opened-and-closed-doors-t3520.htm#7516 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/opened-and-closed-doors-t3520.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/blessed-are-who-t3512.htm Waqar Daniel Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are they that hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called sons of God. Blessed are they that have been persecuted ... Discussion on Bible Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:41:22 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/blessed-are-who-t3512.htm#7508 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/blessed-are-who-t3512.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-blind-man-who-could-see-t3462.htm Waqar Daniel For this let every one that is godly pray unto thee in a time when thou mayest be found:..(Psalm 32:6) It was an ordinary day for the blind Bartimaeus who sat by the highway begging as usual so he could buy food for himself. Suddenly he hears a commotion as Jesus passes by with His disciples and a large number of people. Bartimaeus curious at the commotion inquires and learns that it is Jesus of Nazareth. On hearing that Bartimaeus starts to cry out to Jesus at the top his voice. People ... Discussion on Bible Sun, 30 Aug 2009 16:42:57 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-blind-man-who-could-see-t3462.htm#7434 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-blind-man-who-could-see-t3462.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/temple-mount-show-does-hell-exist-jewish-point-of-view-t3440.htm Waqar Daniel Uploaded with permission from Isareal National News (IsraelNN.com) Broadcasting live overlooking the Temple Mount, Rabbi Tovia Singer & Jeremy Gimpel answer your questions on Israel and Judaism. Today's question: Does Hell Exist? Discussion on Bible Tue, 25 Aug 2009 14:59:14 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/temple-mount-show-does-hell-exist-jewish-point-of-view-t3440.htm#7405 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/temple-mount-show-does-hell-exist-jewish-point-of-view-t3440.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/why-the-apocrypha-isn-t-in-the-bible-t3417.htm Savioroftheworld Not one of the apocryphal books is written in the Hebrew language, which was alone used by the inspired historians and poets of the Old Testament. All Apocryphal books are in Greek, except one which is extant only in Latin. None of the apocryphal writers laid claim to inspiration. The apocryphal books were never acknowledged as sacred scriptures by the Jews, custodians of the Hebrew scriptures (the apocrypha was written prior to the New Testament). In fact, the Jewish ... Discussion on Bible Thu, 20 Aug 2009 08:57:01 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/why-the-apocrypha-isn-t-in-the-bible-t3417.htm#7370 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/why-the-apocrypha-isn-t-in-the-bible-t3417.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/ophel-t3416.htm blessed A name given to a certain part of a city, as in Jerusalem (II Chr 27:3; 33:14), or Samaria (II Kgs 5:24, given as "citadel" in the KJV). After the return from the Babylonian Exile the Nethinim (Temple servants) in Jerusalem dwelt in the Ophel (Neh 3:26). From Isaiah 32:14 (KJV "forts and towers") and Micah 4:8 (KJV "tower"), it can be deduced that this part of the city was strongly fortified. The word ophel in Semitic languages means "swell, rise" and hence the ophel was the elevated part of ... Discussion on Bible Thu, 20 Aug 2009 08:51:58 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/ophel-t3416.htm#7369 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/ophel-t3416.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/what-is-a-proverb-proverbs-role-in-society-t3415.htm LivinginChrist This post was written by Anthony Delgado on August 29, 2008 What is a Proverb? Proverbs play a big role in most societies whether we recognize it or not. What is a proverb? American Heritage Dictionary describes a proverb as “A short pithy saying in frequent and widespread use that expresses a basic truth or practical precept.” These are anything that people say that demonstrate some sort of truth about their society or morality, but they usually incorporate literary devices such as metaphor, ... Discussion on Bible Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:30:49 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/what-is-a-proverb-proverbs-role-in-society-t3415.htm#7366 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/what-is-a-proverb-proverbs-role-in-society-t3415.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-cloud-with-no-name-t3221.htm ChristianLady "Praise the Lord from the earth, you great sea creatures and all ocean depths, lightning and hail, snow and clouds, stormy winds that do his bidding, you mountains and all hills, fruit trees and all cedars, wild animals and all cattle, small creatures and flying birds." (Psalm 148:7-10)The cloud with no name: Meteorologists campaign to classify unique 'Asperatus' clouds seen across the world By: LUKE SALKED Whipped into fantastical shapes, these clouds hang over the darkening landscape ... Discussion on Bible Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:51:31 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-cloud-with-no-name-t3221.htm#7067 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-cloud-with-no-name-t3221.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/christ-is-our-life-2-t3376.htm Fenny West "Christ, who is our life." (Colossians 3:4)In Him is life. He is the resurrection and the life. He said, ‘Behold I am He that was dead but now am alive and alive forevermore and I hold the keys to death and hades.’ He has the key to life and death. He conquered death. He has the power of an endless life- after the order of Melchizedek.. He is the Way, the Truth and the Life. And without the Life there is no living- no meaning to life. When He told the disciples that those who come to ... Discussion on Bible Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:50:46 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/christ-is-our-life-2-t3376.htm#7288 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/christ-is-our-life-2-t3376.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/whom-to-marry-t3339.htm seeker I have this question that Cain married his sister as we can read in the Bible that The man called his wife's name Eve, because she was the mother of all living (Genesis 3:20) and Abraham married his half-sister as we read: Besides she is indeed my sister, the daughter of my father not the daughter of my mother, and she became my wife (Genesis 20:12). My question lies on this verse: Cursed be anyone who lies with his sister, whether the daughter of his father or the daughter of his mother.' ... Discussion on Bible Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:56:58 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/whom-to-marry-t3339.htm#7228 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/whom-to-marry-t3339.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/let-there-be-light-t3334.htm Waqar Daniel And God said, Let there be light: and there was light. And God saw the light, that it was good: and God divided the light from the darkness. (Genesis 1:3-4)These verse are taken from creation of this universe but these verses hold an important message for us as believers. When we accept Jesus as our LORD and Savior, we make a decision that we will no more live in darkness. Not only this, all the promises of Heavenly Father start working in our lives. The light of Jesus that shines in us ... Discussion on Bible Sun, 02 Aug 2009 17:33:14 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/let-there-be-light-t3334.htm#7223 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/let-there-be-light-t3334.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-power-of-covenant-relationship-t3307.htm Fenny West 12 Then Jonathan said to David: "By the LORD, the God of Israel, I will surely sound out my father by this time the day after tomorrow! If he is favorably disposed toward you, will I not send you word and let you know? 13 But if my father is inclined to harm you, may the LORD deal with me, be it ever so severely, if I do not let you know and send you away safely. May the LORD be with you as he has been with my father. 14 But show me unfailing kindness like that of the LORD as long as I live, ... Discussion on Bible Tue, 28 Jul 2009 22:53:02 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-power-of-covenant-relationship-t3307.htm#7168 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-power-of-covenant-relationship-t3307.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/notes-on-paul-s-testimony-t3305.htm Fenny West Part 2 The answers to most of the questions can be found in these notes below. See if you can identify them. Also give other examples with scriptural references or from your own life experiences or that of others you know. Testimony is important Your testimony is powerful, personal and persuasive. If you know Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour, someone will identify with your testimony; God will use it to speak to some one in similar circumstances before you met Christ. You don’t ... Discussion on Bible Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:32:58 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/notes-on-paul-s-testimony-t3305.htm#7165 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/notes-on-paul-s-testimony-t3305.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/bible-study-paul-s-testimony-t3291.htm Fenny West Modus operandi: How to go about it to get best results: Pray, praise, acknowledge, sing, worship in expectation of revelation knowledge Read Meditate Answer questions; exercise your mind-draw out questions, concerns and other insights from the Holy Spirit. Apply the truths to your life. What to do… Recap Pray praise thank God for His faithfulness and goodness and presence Paul’ Testimony 2 “While thus occupied, as I journeyed to Damascus with authority and commission ... Discussion on Bible Sat, 25 Jul 2009 12:19:43 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/bible-study-paul-s-testimony-t3291.htm#7148 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/bible-study-paul-s-testimony-t3291.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/mary-magdalene-legends-and-myths-t3284.htm Pastor Article Source: Mary Magdalene legends and myths During time there has been spread many legends and myths about Mary Magdalene. Those legends and myths are untrue. In this writing, I bring out some legends, which are lies and twisted information. Evidence of the Bible cancels all untrue lies about Mary Magdalene. Mary Magdalene wasn't Jesus' wife Legends and myths are telling that Mary Magdalene and Jesus Christ had a sexual relationship, and that they would be married. This claim ... Discussion on Bible Fri, 24 Jul 2009 18:28:38 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/mary-magdalene-legends-and-myths-t3284.htm#7140 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/mary-magdalene-legends-and-myths-t3284.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/article-on-prayer-t3282.htm song The Danger of Centering Prayer By John D. Dreher In the mid-seventies, Trappist Abbot Thomas Keating asked the monks, "‘Could we put the Christian tradition into a form that would be accessible to people . . . who have been instructed in an Eastern technique and might be inspired to return to their Christian roots if they knew there was something similar in the Christian tradition?"’ (Intimacy with God, 15). Frs. William Menniger and M. Basil Pennington took up the challenge, ... Discussion on Bible Fri, 24 Jul 2009 18:11:33 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/article-on-prayer-t3282.htm#7138 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/article-on-prayer-t3282.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/was-peter-the-first-pope-and-head-of-the-church-t3251.htm WordofLife By: David E. Pratte We often hear it said that Peter was the first head of the church. If this is true, surely we would expect such a major doctrine to be plainly stated in the Bible. So consider what we find in Scripture. We hear it said that Peter was the head of the church, but Ephesians 1:22,23 says that Jesus was head over the church and all things are under His feet. Ephesians 5:22,23 says Jesus is head of the church like a husband is head of his wife, but the Bible clearly teaches ... Discussion on Bible Sun, 19 Jul 2009 14:33:55 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/was-peter-the-first-pope-and-head-of-the-church-t3251.htm#7100 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/was-peter-the-first-pope-and-head-of-the-church-t3251.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/job-s-trail-god-s-victory-t3249.htm walkinginJesus JOB'S TRAIL- GOD'S VICTORY Job 1:6 Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan came also among them. Job 1:7 And the LORD said unto Satan, Whence, comest thou? Then Satan answered the LORD, and said, From going to and fro, in the earth, and from walking up and down, in it. SATAN'S VISIT WAS NO SURPRISE AS HE IS THE ACCUSER OF THE BRETHREN Rev 12:10 And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation, and strength, and the ... Discussion on Bible Sat, 18 Jul 2009 18:16:41 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/job-s-trail-god-s-victory-t3249.htm#7098 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/job-s-trail-god-s-victory-t3249.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-bible-the-oldest-modern-book-t3248.htm annlovesjesus There are few books that can claim to be as old as the Bible. Among those that can are: - The I Ching from the 13th century BCE - The Papyrus Ebers is the oldest medical text in history, dated around the middle of the 16th century BC - The Epic of Gilgamesh has been dated between 2100 and 2000 BCE - Dated even further back are the precepts of Ptah-hotep, which some claim to have been written between 2300 and 2150 BCE. The starting date of the Bible is an issue of hot ... Discussion on Bible Sat, 18 Jul 2009 10:41:02 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-bible-the-oldest-modern-book-t3248.htm#7097 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-bible-the-oldest-modern-book-t3248.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-city-of-jerusalem-in-the-bible-a-brief-history-t3247.htm annlovesjesus The city of Jerusalem carries so much history it would need a full library to disclose all the history associated with this ancient city. The name itself carries strong connotations for even the most ignorant of oriental and Bible history. The name of Jerusalem is a good place to start on our brief journey. The Hebrew form Jerusalem or Yerushalayim as it is found in current Israeli maps, means Possession or foundation of Twofold Peace. There are other translations based on the Akkadian rendition ... Discussion on Bible Sat, 18 Jul 2009 10:38:32 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-city-of-jerusalem-in-the-bible-a-brief-history-t3247.htm#7096 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-city-of-jerusalem-in-the-bible-a-brief-history-t3247.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/did-god-want-adam-and-eve-to-sin-what-ever-happened-to-god-s-plan-for-man-t3229.htm song Did God want Adam and Eve to Sin? What ever happened to God's plan for man? Written by: Mike Summers When I look into the heavens I marvel at the engineering job that went into bringing it into existence from nothing. The universe is truly impressive. When I look at my hand my eye, my ears, I am truly astonished at he engineering that went into making me. The more I think about it the more awed I am with the intelligence of the Being that made you and me. Even more impressive is ... Discussion on Bible Mon, 13 Jul 2009 18:25:46 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/did-god-want-adam-and-eve-to-sin-what-ever-happened-to-god-s-plan-for-man-t3229.htm#7075 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/did-god-want-adam-and-eve-to-sin-what-ever-happened-to-god-s-plan-for-man-t3229.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/between-the-testaments-t3220.htm blessed4ever There is a period of some four centuries between the close of the Old Testament and the opening of the New Testament. During this period, God’s voice in divine revelation was stilled. The political history of this period of time falls into several periods of governmental dominion by foreign powers: The Persians governed the Jews from the time of the return from the Babylonian Captivity to 332 B.C. The Grecians brought the Jews under their domination with the conquest of the Persians ... Discussion on Bible Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:11:45 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/between-the-testaments-t3220.htm#7065 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/between-the-testaments-t3220.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/crucifiction-t3164.htm googleboy5 The Crucifixion and Resurrection were never prophesied in the Bible's Old Testament: You would expect that major events such as the crucifixion and the resurrection of Christ, that make up the entire case for Christianity, to be at least prophesied in the Bible's Old Testament clearly, without any ambiguity, and without any deliberate mistranslations and lies.The following Biblical verses that further refute the crucifixion and resurrection lies: Being lifted and saved: Luke ... Discussion on Bible Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:06:55 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/crucifiction-t3164.htm#6977 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/crucifiction-t3164.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/lessons-of-life-1the-fall-of-man-t3167.htm Fenny West And the LORD God commanded the man, "You are free to eat from any tree in the garden; 17 but you must not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, for when you eat of it you will surely die." Genesis 3 The Fall of Man 1 Now the serpent was more crafty than any of the wild animals the LORD God had made. He said to the woman, "Did God really say, 'You must not eat from any tree in the garden'?" 2 The woman said to the serpent, "We may eat fruit ... Discussion on Bible Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:39:37 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/lessons-of-life-1the-fall-of-man-t3167.htm#6992 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/lessons-of-life-1the-fall-of-man-t3167.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/x-rated-pornography-in-the-bible-t3142.htm googleboy5 Warning! This article contains X-rated and pornographic text - that the Bible sings glory-songs for - about women's (Sorry CHRISTIAN TALK does not allow such language) and (Sorry CHRISTIAN TALK does not allow such language) tasting like "wine," and sisters wishing if their lovers were their brothers so that they wouldn't have a problem taking them home in without secret. Viewer's discretion is advised! Women's (Sorry CHRISTIAN TALK does not allow such ... Discussion on Bible Mon, 22 Jun 2009 13:32:48 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/x-rated-pornography-in-the-bible-t3142.htm#6900 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/x-rated-pornography-in-the-bible-t3142.htm http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-resurrection-of-jesus-christ-t3150.htm WordofLife By: Richard M. Riss Critics of the current awakening have said that they believe that the so-called "Laughing Revival," and "Toronto Blessing" have been very damaging to the historic faith because they do not emphasize the resurrection of Jesus Christ. From my perspective, nothing could be further from the truth. I would be very surprised if there were any significant leaders in the current move of God who did not believe the resurrection to be central to Christianity. My first ... Discussion on Bible Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:21:13 GMT http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-resurrection-of-jesus-christ-t3150.htm#6928 http://christian-talk.forumotion.com/discussion-on-bible-f19/the-resurrection-of-jesus-christ-t3150.htm