Quote (Stu @ Dec. 01 2011,03:48)I do think creationists are idiots though.Stu,Why do you think such a vast majority of us are inexplicably drawn to believe in a Creator?Why would an unintelligent life source evolve us into beings that strongly feel and believe in one bigger, smarter and stronger than us who created us?Do apes believe in a creator?…[Read more]

I'm in. I will try to remember who it is I'm trying to represent on this site and act accordingly.

Hi Gene,t8 is asking when John stopped talking about God's Word and started talking about Jesus. For example:Is verse 1 about Jesus? How about verse 2? 3? 4?In which verse does John switch from talking about the Word to talking about Jesus?(I believe that's what he's asking.)

Kathi,Are you convinced that Jesus did not say, “I am I AM”?

Quote (Gene Balthrop @ Dec. 01 2011,16:32)Please read some of what Frank has posted it;s right on, and excellent study material.  At least give it a Chance, that is not asking to much now is it?Gene, I HAVE read it.  I even took one of his first long posts apart piece by piece and showed him where what his author said differed from what the s…[Read more]

Quote (kerwin @ Nov. 30 2011,21:19)Mike,I was hoping to get back to you about the English wording if certain verses from John 1 but I may not be up to it tonight.No problem.

Quote (kerwin @ Nov. 30 2011,21:14)As simple as I can put it is that you have failed to make a connection between Jesus being called the Word of God in Revelations and the use of the word “Word” in John 1.John 1 also speaks of the “Word of God”, right Kerwin? Because we know it doesn't speak of anyone else's “Word”, right?So if it is clear to all…[Read more]

Hi Edwardo,So why don't you use that same understanding for John 1:14-15? From the time “The Word” is mentioned, there is no other subject mentioned. Therefore, just like in my example, the “his” and “him” will both apply to the aforementioned subject.Just like you knew the “his” and “him” applied to Keith in my example, you should also know…[Read more]

Quote (Ed J @ Dec. 01 2011,04:52)But Jesus return was in spirit form on Pentecost.Show me from scriptures. Because 2 Thess 2 says you're wrong.

Quote (ftk @ Dec. 01 2011,04:25)Jesus/the word of God is judging the people right now! The sheep and the goats are being separated by the two edged sword/spirit words of God right now!And what is Jesus doing to the tares, Tim?

Hi Gene,I believe you are missing the point.  I'm not making any claim about “preferred” or “before” or “surpassed”.  I'm simply pointing out that the same exact words were said about someone called “The Word” in 14-15, and about someone called “Jesus” in 29-30.Do you see what I'm saying?  I'm not arguing the meaning OF the words said.  I'm jus…[Read more]

Quote (carmel @ Dec. 01 2011,00:06)Wrong spelling Mike,I am not an expert in words.I mean RECYCLECharles,If you have scriptures that CLEARLY teach of the creation becoming the Creator, then list them ONE AT A TIME, so that we can discuss whether or not they really say what you think they do.

1 Corinthians 15 12 But if it is preached that Christ has been raised from the dead, how can some of you say that there is no resurrection of the dead? 13 If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised. 14 And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith. 15 More than that, we are then…[Read more]

I would also like to know the answer to t8's question guys.

Quote (bodhitharta @ Nov. 29 2011,21:45)he Quran just says he will return and that it appeared that he was crucified but He was not.But I will say if that Jesus is to be first in all things then him living the longest of all humans would fit into thatRomans 6:9For we know that since Christ was raised from the dead, he cannot die again; death no…[Read more]

Quote (bodhitharta @ Nov. 30 2011,12:31)SUBMIT yourself to GOD ALMIGHTY and GOD ALONE, Do not make Prophets or Christ your God because ULTIMATELY Salvation comes from GOD ALONEI can't comment on the Quran, because I've not read it.  But I agree with the part I quoted whole-heartedly.

Quote (bodhitharta @ Nov. 29 2011,21:32)What I am saying is that all things were created by God throuh His word I don't have any evidence that Jesus was alive before the word came flesh, if you can show me some that would be great.How about John 17:5?And now, Father, glorify me in your presence with the glory I had with you before the world began.

Quote (Ed J @ Nov. 30 2011,11:51)Quote (mikeboll64 @ Nov. 27 2011,04:18)Ed, the first words are “CONCERNING THE COMING OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST”.  Yet you say that Jesus' second coming was at pentecost, right?Hi Mike,2Thess.2:1-2 Now we beseech you, brethren, by the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, and by our gathering together unto him, that ye…[Read more]

Quote (ftk @ Nov. 30 2011,06:27)Mike: Great question! Tricky answer. May I again use my “computer” example.I'd prefer a simple and direct answer, if you don't mind.Do you believe that Jesus will judge actual PEOPLE?  Do you believe that the ones Jesus judges unfavorably will be destoyed?Tim, WILL PEOPLE BE DESTROYED ON JUDGEMENT DAY AT THE…[Read more]