tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12391603.post8743656967307621635..comments2024-03-24T23:41:23.944-07:00Comments on Talk Wisdom: Beholding to Absolute TruthChristinewjchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18434229284833642438noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12391603.post-61963306740593486022008-06-03T12:09:00.000-07:002008-06-03T12:09:00.000-07:00Excellent points Gary and Mark!Jesus was targeted ...Excellent points Gary and Mark!<BR/><BR/>Jesus was targeted for what he preached (the sword of the Spirit); not for any military-type actions or "sword."<BR/><BR/>The fruit of the Spirit for born-again Christians contains the fact that Mark speaks of in the term "longsuffering."<BR/><BR/>Jesus also told us that his kingdom is "not of this world." Liberal Christian movements (like the emergent/Rick Warren types) want to create some sort of utopia on earth. We know that true peace will never be reached until Jesus returns!<BR/><BR/>Meanwhile, we preach the gospel and those who will listen to the Holy Spirit of God knocking at the door of their heart will receive Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.Christinewjchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18434229284833642438noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12391603.post-92220125687748118872008-06-02T07:23:00.000-07:002008-06-02T07:23:00.000-07:00if I may - GM's question; the peace in one's heart...if I may - GM's question; the <I>peace</I> in one's heart, peace of assurance, hope, and knowledge is what Jesus speaks of in John, there will be no peace on earth nor did He come to bring peace. Salvation is not subject to world peace. Matthew 10:34 NASB "Do not think that I came to send peace on the earth; I did not come to bring peace, but a sword" - the sword being God's word, the truth, and a light that will offend many living in darkness - resulting in many divisions and conflicts as the following verses after teaches us. <BR/><BR/>Eph 6:17 NASB - And take THE HELMET OF SALVATION, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.Markhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10281126424462398813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12391603.post-20032057027757040172008-06-01T09:46:00.000-07:002008-06-01T09:46:00.000-07:00Another thing which some people refuse to acknowle...Another thing which some people refuse to acknowledge is that while Christ's pronouncements and prophesies are directed at the world at large, his commands and directions are personal. <BR/><BR/>He commanded his people to be loving and generous. He never said that the world would be. He admonished individuals to be generous to the poor. He never told anyone to set up government programs that would take away from one group and give to the other. <BR/><BR/>Many liberal believers also forget the inherent flaw in trying to establish a morality through government. Morality, or goodness, was never the endpoint. We were never commanded to be good for goodness alone. Christ commanded us to do good works so that our Father in heaven would receive praise. <BR/><BR/>Contrast that with what you hear from people that are pushing laws for universal health care, living wage, entitlements, etc. Who are they trying to glorify? And if they succeed, will God receive glory, or will a government or political party? And if that is the result, can it really be considered "good" if it steers people away from God. I do not think so.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11769241624759010694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12391603.post-78238824989409500832008-06-01T06:24:00.000-07:002008-06-01T06:24:00.000-07:00GM,You will notice that I wrote "especially the tr...GM,<BR/><BR/>You will notice that I wrote "<I>especially</I> the truth" regarding what was stated by Jesus in that particular Bible verse. Meaning, there are several others that we could cite as well. <BR/><BR/>You chose an additional verse that conflicts with the Yogi's worldview. Peace does not always result from pacifism (although our liberal Dems would have us believe otherwise). Sometimes wars need to be fought in order to turn chaos in the world back into peaceful order. However, we know that <I>ultimate</I> peace will never be attained in this sinful world. That will only be achieved when Christ returns.<BR/><BR/>GM, you often show knowledge of God's Word in your comments. You would make a good Christian apologist - if only you were a believer in Christ.Christinewjchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18434229284833642438noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12391603.post-66038466877077238082008-05-31T21:42:00.000-07:002008-05-31T21:42:00.000-07:00CJW: Quite a noble effort and worldview. However i...<B>CJW:</B> <I>Quite a noble effort and worldview. However it conflicts with the truth we find in the Bible; especially the truth that Jesus tells us in just one Bible verse:<BR/><BR/>Jhn 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.</I><BR/><BR/>What about that <I><B>other</I></B> truth that Jesus tells us in just one Bible verse?:<BR/><BR/>Mat 10:34 <I>Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.</I> <BR/><BR/>...or doesn't that one count?GMpilothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07189308176043748343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12391603.post-54316992563391493632008-05-31T10:02:00.000-07:002008-05-31T10:02:00.000-07:00Hi Susan,Thanks for taking the time to read it and...Hi Susan,<BR/><BR/>Thanks for taking the time to read it and comment! It has so much information that it could be used as a mini-Bible study!<BR/><BR/>I have read hundreds of Christian books; many of them books on or about Apologetics. But that portion on the subject of the absolute truth of Scripture and the revelation of Jesus Christ had to be <B>the best essay</B> I have ever read on the subject!<BR/><BR/>This morning, I thought about the Beatles hit written and sung by John Lennon - "Imagine."<BR/><BR/>The lyrics of that song indicate (to me, at least) souls who are searching - searching for answers and meaning in this life. But the lyrics turn the listener away from the truth of the God of the Bible when they state:<BR/><BR/><I>Imagine there's no Heaven <BR/>It's easy if you try <BR/>No hell below us <BR/>Above us only sky <BR/>Imagine all the people <BR/>Living for today <BR/><BR/>Imagine there's no countries <BR/>It isn't hard to do <BR/>Nothing to kill or die for <BR/>And no religion too</I> <BR/><BR/><BR/>Recall that the Beatles became involved with the Maharishi Yogi - who introduced "Transcendental Meditation." His influence became apparent in the Beatle's lyrics. This guru's universities around the world promote the "mastery of Natural Law to every individual and to perpetuate life in accordance to Natural Law-- perfection in every profession--and create Natural Law based problem-free government in every country--governments with the ability to prevent problems."<BR/><BR/>Quite a noble effort and worldview. However it conflicts with the truth we find in the Bible; especially the truth that Jesus tells us in just one Bible verse:<BR/><BR/>Jhn 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for the love and encouragement! Have a blessed weekend Susan!Christinewjchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18434229284833642438noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12391603.post-62731571742208296262008-05-30T15:18:00.000-07:002008-05-30T15:18:00.000-07:00WOW Christine! This post is a lot of solid food t...WOW Christine! This post is a lot of solid food to chew and digest. <BR/><BR/>God bless you for being salt & light to the whole world via Talk Wisdom. What a delightful post to read as Shabbat begins here in the United States this Friday evening.<BR/><BR/>Have a wonderful weekend and Shabbat Shalom, my friend. Much love to you and the family. (ss)Susan Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01290399161065548291noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12391603.post-70531482026550467132008-05-30T13:19:00.000-07:002008-05-30T13:19:00.000-07:00A quick note:I have had several commenters inform ...A quick note:<BR/><BR/>I have had several commenters inform me that previous replies which they have posted on other threads were not posted. This was not due to comment rejection. For some reason, they never did appear in the comment moderation box.<BR/><BR/>I don't know what is wrong, but I would suggest that you make a copy of your comment and storing it somewhere, just in case it gets zapped by the system!<BR/><BR/>ChristineChristinewjchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18434229284833642438noreply@blogger.com