I'm sorry, welcome sscott

I believe it was the pre-incarnate Christ.

The main point I was trying to make was, regardless of whether Christmas is good or evil it is important that the scriptures be kept in context. As I read through different translations it seems those who wrote some of the versions also felt it was referring to a Christmas tree (one even changed silver and gold, to tensil and balls). Over the…[Read more]

If you read the entire verse however you will see that it is comparing Idols (which are made by hand) to God. While a Christmas tree is an Idol to some, I do not believe that was the intent of the writing when it was written. It was stating that the heathen cut a peice of wood, fashion it and cover it with silver and gold, But it just sits there…[Read more]

T8, Thanks, that was the one I was looking for. I believe there is more to it then we even begin to understand. Personally I believe that the denominations were used of God even with their errors (actually it was mostly using His people in the denominations) but, more and more over time the denominations take even the truths they do have and make…[Read more]

T8, Thanks, that was the one I was looking for. I believe there is more to it then we even begin to understand. Personally I believe that the denominations were used of God even with their errors (actually it was mostly using His people in the denominations) but, more and more over time the denominations take even the truths they do have and make…[Read more]

T8,Somewhere recently you wrote something about that denominations were likened to when Israel demanded a king (I looked for over an hour for that post but couldn't find it). I agree you can draw a reasonable parallel between the Church and Israel. Israel was God's people and He wanted them to look to Him as their ruler. He used the judges to…[Read more]

T8,Somewhere recently you wrote something about that denominations were likened to when Israel demanded a king (I looked for over an hour for that post but couldn't find it). I agree you can draw a reasonable parallel between the Church and Israel. Israel was God's people and He wanted them to look to Him as their ruler. He used the judges to…[Read more]

Quote (david @ Nov. 03 2006,01:12)Hi Seeking truth,Quote Hi,The JWs are often referred to as modern Arians. But Arius, for all his faults, did not come up with new doctrines such as Jesus being an angel called Michael, or all men being forgiven at death.These bizarre follies come from an approach to scripture that is poor and disordered lacking…[Read more]

David,Thank you for your response. Quote Discounting you and speaking generally, there are “many” who truly believe with all their heart that they are saved. And yet, they aren't. They may even have “powerful works” behind them. All I'm saying is that you “know” you are saved. A lot of people “know” they are saved, but are clearly not.Yes…[Read more]

Oxy,I believe that denominations are built of man and rarely can come together, but the church as individual believers spread through out these organizations can and should be able fellowship. This would include sharing and learning as long as we are not compromising on truth.

Oxy,I believe that denominations are built of man and rarely can come together, but the church as individual believers spread through out these organizations can and should be able fellowship. This would include sharing and learning as long as we are not compromising on truth.

Quote (kenrch @ Nov. 02 2006,08:59)Quote (Nick Hassan @ Nov. 02 2006,01:40)Hi,Jesus, the captain of our salvation, was tempted in every way but overcame so we too can be overcomers and fulfillers of the Law in him.If anyone has the victory the victory is Christ's.While for the most part I agree, there is an element of victory in it for us as Paul…[Read more]

Quote  You are gifted and represent them with enthusiasm and sincerity.  I am nothing and have presented them pitifully.  (I think when I speak with you, feelings of humility cannot help but rub off.)Realization of ones own inadequacies is humility, so yes I am inadequate due to my poor use of what God has given me. Your response shows hu…[Read more]

David,I have given a lot of thought and prayer to the JW's especially since joining this forum. You are gifted and represent them with enthusiasm and sincerity. Reading your posts I've found that the JW's are to be commended for their zeal as well as basing their doctrine on their interpretation of scripture. But, (I know you knew this was coming)…[Read more]

Casey S Smith 29,We'll keep you in prayer, It's funny but as you turn more and more of your life over to God you truely can be grateful for those tough times as God is using it to accomplish a work in your life. I usually fight it at first and react emotionally but after a time I simply place my trust in God and what He's doing as being the best…[Read more]

Quote (david @ Oct. 25 2006,19:33)When you press the quote button, make sure that anything you paste in next goes after that.  Also, I don't think you can go into the middle of text you've already typed and add quotes later.  That tends to mess me up.  It works for me only when I just press the quote, or bold or whatever and then type or paste an…[Read more]

Quote Are the people on this forum united in love and truth?  I believe that if they were united in truth, this very forum wouldn't exist.  There would be no need of any of these discussions.  ONe says one thing.  One says another.  We all realize that we all think we're right and we all realize that we're all zealous for the truth.  But do we al…[Read more]

Quote (seekingtruth @ Sep. 10 2006,20:05)I don't remember what verses but I found the same thing with the NIV. That is why I would like to change the default at Biblegate.I'll answer my own question.From the home of Biblegate click on preference.Scroll down to default version.From drop down arrow pick preferred version.

David,Quote There is not Biblical reason for expecting one super antichrist, is there?I do believe that scripture teaches in Revelation that the beast is the culmination of an antichrist (with many before him).Quote Are you saying that God created man with the intent purpose of exposing sin?The scriptures say let no man say he is tempted by God.…[Read more]