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« on: February 17, 2004, 11:32:20 AM » |
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I read this statement, and it contains such truth I had to share it...
We are living in a day when so many professing Christians are being raised, spiritually, on commentaries and other good books about the Bible. Seemingly, very few in comparison know how to effectively use their Bibles -- to study it, memorize key passages, and meditate upon it.
In reality we are becoming disciples of key Christian leaders, but not of Christ, who said "If you abide in My Word, then you are truly disciples of mine; and you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." (John 8:31-32, NAS). Commentaries and good books have their place in our lives -- but they are no substitute for the Word of God itself.
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« Reply #1 on: February 17, 2004, 11:39:55 AM » |
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Amen, How true.
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« Reply #2 on: February 17, 2004, 02:57:01 PM » |
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Oklahoma Howdy to Shylynne,
AMEN!
As an analogy, the Holy Bible is the 8 course meal, and anything else is simply an appetizer or an after dinner mint.
Love In Christ,
Tom
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« Reply #3 on: February 17, 2004, 03:17:51 PM » |
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 well, since Paul says he is the Apostle to the Gentiles, and 5 times time us to follow his lead ... i would say tha I am a disciple of Paul. 
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PALMONI [[ If what you believe is not worth dying for, then maybe it's not worth living for. ]]
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« Reply #4 on: February 17, 2004, 04:45:58 PM » |
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well, since Paul says he is the Apostle to the Gentiles, and 5 times time us to follow his lead ... i would say tha I am a disciple of Paul. Paul teaches my Gospel, and Paul is my Apostle. Grace & Peace |
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« Reply #5 on: February 17, 2004, 06:08:54 PM » |
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well, since Paul says he is the Apostle to the Gentiles, and 5 times time us to follow his lead ... i would say tha I am a disciple of Paul. uh...disciple of a dead man? so hows that working for ya |
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« Reply #6 on: February 18, 2004, 01:36:45 AM » |
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well, since Paul says he is the Apostle to the Gentiles, and 5 times time us to follow his lead ... i would say tha I am a disciple of Paul. uh...disciple of a dead man? so hows that working for ya I don't think he'd be too chuffed either: 12What I mean is this: One of you says, "I follow Paul"; another, "I follow Apollos"; another, "I follow Cephas[1] "; still another, "I follow Christ."
13Is Christ divided? Was Paul crucified for you? Were you baptized into[2] the name of Paul? |
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"You shall know the truth, the truth shall set you free.
Christ doesn't need lies or censorship.
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Shylynne
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« Reply #7 on: February 18, 2004, 07:09:40 AM » |
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I have no idea what chuffed means...but good quote ebia lol.
BEP it is so a bible study...sorta 
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« Reply #8 on: February 18, 2004, 08:12:08 AM » |
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BEP it is so a bible study...sorta Oklahoma Howdy to Shylynne, UM??, everyone forgot their Bibles and there are no Scriptures to discuss. Nobody even brought a commentary or a good book about the Bible. Don't take it personal - notice the smilies. The Bible Study Area is reserved for the Holy Bible, Scriptures, and discussion of Scriptures. Love In Christ, Tom |
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« Reply #9 on: February 18, 2004, 11:44:04 AM » |
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well, since Paul says he is the Apostle to the Gentiles, and 5 times time us to follow his lead ... i would say tha I am a disciple of Paul. uh...disciple of a dead man? so hows that working for ya It works through Paul's living word inspired of the Holy Spirit. Christians are disciples of Jesus Christ who adhere to His word through the inspired word of His apostles and others. |
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« Reply #10 on: February 18, 2004, 11:51:35 AM » |
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Paul's living word?
And all this time i thought the Bible was God's Word ...That Jesus is/was the Word........... poor silly me
Some one please esplane to me how i am miss understanding this .....
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Shylynne
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« Reply #11 on: February 18, 2004, 12:10:24 PM » |
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BEP it is so a bible study...sorta Oklahoma Howdy to Shylynne, UM??, everyone forgot their Bibles and there are no Scriptures to discuss. Nobody even brought a commentary or a good book about the Bible. Don't take it personal - notice the smilies. The Bible Study Area is reserved for the Holy Bible, Scriptures, and discussion of Scriptures. Love In Christ, Tom Tis ok BEP...I was just letting you know that I noticed that you noticed that I was`nt preaching the word there and you moved me ...oh and your are definately instant in and out of season lol. Reba I think the reasoning of some is meant to remain confusing *still laughing* |
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« Reply #12 on: February 19, 2004, 02:04:52 AM » |
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I have no idea what chuffed means...but good quote ebia lol.
Chuffed = pleased. English slang. |
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"You shall know the truth, the truth shall set you free.
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« Reply #13 on: February 19, 2004, 05:59:21 AM » |
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Paul's living word?
And all this time i thought the Bible was God's Word ...That Jesus is/was the Word........... poor silly me
Some one please esplane to me how i am miss understanding this .....
Yes I agree, you are silly. |
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« Reply #14 on: February 19, 2004, 11:16:09 PM » |
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Rom 8:38-8:39 For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. I can't be separated from Him. Paul is between Him and I - Paul, I will meet some day - a wonderful teacher whom I will never equal. But I will die for Him - not for Paul. Paul would be appalled at anything less. I am HIS disciple - not Paul's. (Unless I am misreading the original question.) |
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