Using the bible or the koran to prove the existence of god is like using Dr. Seuss to prove the existence of the Grinch.
Where did you see that being done in the last few posts?
I couldn't tell you how my mind works, just that I usually find it entertaining.
Have another good laugh over Solomon's words.
Repentance, as described by most messengers, is a message for the "Kings and those in high places".
The message I had to deliver this time, as I did last time is delivered.
Northboy,
It must be a terrible burden to be god's messenger. By the way, say Hi! for me.
geez bud , put that in your own words , It just sounds like Jibberish
Yes, it is a burden to know what I know.
Repent, that is the extend of what the Bible says that backs up your position. LOL
I would never laugh over Scripture but if you are saying that this applies to our time (or in our future) then it is after Christ's return and these verse are for who will rule over the ones who are standing after the Day of the Lord's wrath is finished. You don't just turn somebody lose with untold powers and let them learn on their own. First you give them teachers and then you set a period of time for 'classes' (in this instance it is a full 1,000 years of school, which means there is a lot to lean, then you turn them loose to be kings and priest) The 24 Elders in Revelation would be the best candidates to fulfill those verses.
Re:5:9:
And they sung a new song,
saying,
Thou art worthy to take the book,
and to open the seals thereof:
for thou wast slain,
and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood out of every kindred,
and tongue,
and people,
and nation;
Re:5:10:
And hast made us unto our God kings and priests:
and we shall reign on the earth.
Solomon's words, or "supping at Solomon's Table", applies at all times. Those who receive great blessings will be held accountable.
Have you read the Wisdom of Solomon?
Does it coincide with these words?
Isa:28:9:
Whom shall he teach knowledge?
and whom shall he make to understand doctrine?
them that are weaned from the milk, and drawn from the breasts.
Isa:28:10:
For precept must be upon precept,
precept upon precept;
line upon line, line upon line;
here a little,
and there a little:
Isa:28:11:
For with stammering lips and another tongue will he speak to this people.
Isa:28:12:
To whom he said,
This is the rest wherewith ye may cause the weary to rest;
and this is the refreshing:
yet they would not hear.
Isa:28:13:
But the word of the LORD was unto them precept upon precept,
precept upon precept;
line upon line,
line upon line;
here a little,
and there a little;
that they might go,
and fall backward,
and be broken,
and snared,
and taken.
You already seem to be aware that if God has put scales over the eyes of some and as such it is only God who can remove them. That some have them is just another sign in a long list that says we are still on our own, which isn't hard to verify.
This book is based on the observations of a King and his reflections on his relationship with God. It encourages us to seek wisdom and should wisdom be sought, the prayer will be answered.
The Law of Cause and Effect exists in the world and it is articulated as one of God's Laws. There are others, but this one is crucial to understand. A review of the first chapters of the Teachings of Bhudda allude to the same thing. We live in a world governed by Cause and Effect.
The question becomes how do we live a balanced life, in harmony with creation for our own benefit and the benefit of future generations. We have to do so by the use of a code. Without a code, which people can count on you can't build trust.
Christ's teachings provide such a code, I am talking about his teachings, not religious dogma and doctrine.
Consider if, at the end of this millenium, the second of Christ, we applied His code to commerce and trade for example, we would end up with an economy based on reciprocity, goodwill and collaboration.
Would it be wise?
We are told Wisdom is a fruit of the Holy Spirit.
There is truth in scripture certainly, but there is also truth in answers to prayer and that where three agree, things are written in Heaven. We are supposed to be discerning these things in the present. There are more covenants and answered prayers, which were the causes of our yesterday, in effect in the world than we have acknowledged. Two millenium of causes and effects not accounted for in our understanding of our relationship with God.
Today greed and self interest has brought the world to a place of stalemate.
We have to pick a new way forward.
Reciprocity , goodwill and collaboration, if heartfelt, would provide one option.
We could call this singing the Song of Christ, a new song.
Competition and self interest will provide another option.
This option will lead to scarcity, division and ultimately mass death.
We could call this the Song of Cain as it bears to ask the question, "Am I my brother's keeper?"
Two paths, one that can provide self grandisement and that leads ultimately to ruin, even if it might take a little time.
The other does not lead to quick riches, but to prosperity and certainty in the long run. I would suggest to you this is in line with God's promise.
I really like the fact you brought up Isaiah. A book that speaks of God's covenant and what happens to those that wish to enjoy the fruits of prosperity that comes with His covenant, but don't wish to walk the walk.
The simple fact is that when a nation under covenant doesn't walk the walk, as Isaiah points out, God can remove his protection, turn his back,etc. That is, leave the nation to its own devices without the benefit of Divine guidance or wisdom, an Ark without a rudder.
These are the circumstances in which we live.
I'm inspired to suggest you consider Isaiah 65 and on to the end of the book.
This is my concern for the present.
I view Christ as the writer of Hebrews articultaed, High Priest in the line of Melchizedek, our Priest King.
I have no idea when Christ will return, but I know I'd better be about the master's work if it is time for Him to come.
That would have to be in combination with the written word. Consulting outside book may not be the best approach you can take with Scripture. True it may appear to speed up understanding but if there is any error you will end up having to backtrack and there are quite a few who do not have a reverse, pride will not allow them to admit they can be in error, especially when confronted by somebody they see as their inferior. ie a rejector of Scripture feels they are above somebody who reads and believes. So while going just with the Holy Bible it may not be the fastest way to understand things but at least that understanding will be correct and since you don't have to backtrack. Not knowing something is just that, so is assuming things and proving things, one has at least 3 verses and the other has less than 3.
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Ah, I agree, but in this case scripture agrees, God encourages us to seek wisdom. The author was a contributor to the Bible, so I consider the work in the same light as the extended writings of James, considered commentary.
With the Bible as the rudder of your ark, firmly set, a greater study of life is encouraged in such instructions as "seek knowledge".
But all things require discernment, and discernment means compared to the Bible?
But who's approach? Calvin? Knox? Luther?
All part of God's tapestry, Christ's garden, which He tends.
One of those unknown things is the existence of Satan as described in Scripture.
geez bud , put that in your own words , It just sounds like Jibberish
