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Submit and obey definitions B1 Submit C1 English D1 to accept that someone has defeated you or has power over you submit to (Source) D2 Accept or yield to a superior force or to the authority or will of another person (Source) C2 Greek D1 The Greek word is ὑποτάσσω hypotássō. D2 There is…
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B1 What does this mean? C1 Paul’s Personal Greetings D1 Phoebe, a deaconess E1 I wrote an article about this: A Few Thoughts About Deaconesses E2 Robertson’s Word Pictures comment on Romans 16:1: Who is a servant of the church (ousan diakonon tēs ekklēsias). The etymology of diakonos we have had repeatedly. The only…
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B1 What does this mean? C1 Helping Our Weaker Christian Brother and Sister D1 We must always be considerate and aware of others. Everyone is offensive in some way, but this is referring to an attitude of doing or saying something that is not necessary. We must also take a stand of respect for…
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These are satan’s Agents. They may be pastors, spouses, or others. It may not be their goal but that is the effect of their “counsel,” actions, thoughts, etc. Their actions have the effect of causing too many believers to deny Christ. I’m thinking of in particular those who are considered “exceptionable” Christians. Articles: B1…
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Link to Part A B5 Loss of creation C1 Since the Bible interpretation method is changed, the interpretation of Genesis especially the first 9 chapters are also changed. C2 Often times science becomes the highest wisdom and authority replacing God and His words. C3 If we can’t believe what God inspires in the first…
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The steps into apostasy B1 Loss of first love B2 Loss of prayer and fellowship with God B3 Loss of truth B4 Loss of correct interpretation B5 Loss of creation B6 Loss of doctrine. B7 Loss of what’s authority B8 Loss of Christian witness B9 Loss of Christian worldview B10 Loss of Christian lifestyle…
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Romans 1:18 NRSV For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and wickedness of those who by their wickedness suppress the truth. Words B1 Truth C1 The Greek word is ἀλήθεια alḗtheia. It means reality, the actual state of affairs. Things and happenings that are not concealed (Strong G227). C2…
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Matthew 18 has been a difficult passage for interpreters. So, I give my few thoughts on this chapter. The Lord Jesus is speaking to Jews. These Jews are disciples. Matthew 18:1a NIV At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked… He is teaching them some of the principles, worldview, and lifestyle of…
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These words occur in two passages: B1 Psalm 105:15 KJV [Saying], Touch not mine anointed, and do my prophets no harm. B2 1 Chronicles 16:22 KJV [Saying], Touch not mine anointed, and do my prophets no harm. An example: https://twitter.com/FakeSermon/status/1300757049458995202?s=20 B1 I’m not criticizing this particular preacher. B2 It just happens that he does…
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2 Corinthians 11:4 WEL For if someone comes preaching another Jesus, whom we have not preached, or if you receive a different spirit which you have not received, or a different gospel which you have not accepted, you might well enough put up with him. Paul is writing to the Corinthian church. They had…