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- Mon Dec 11, 2006 9:13 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: 1000 Year reign of Christ
- Replies: 29
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1000 year reign of Christ
"look from the place where you are, northward, southward, eastward and westward: For the entire land you are looking at I will give to you and to your descendants for ever" (Genesis 13:14, 15). Genesis 13:15 (KJV) For all the land which thou seest, to thee will I give it, and to thy seed for ever. "...
- Mon Dec 11, 2006 8:08 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
There are many who are asleep who have died in Christ. The thief died in Christ, and will stand before Christ as will all who are saved. The quality of their works will be compared as to gold, silver, or precious stones. All these are only refined by fire. These then are works which are pleasing to ...
- Tue Dec 05, 2006 2:44 am
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
I am using scripture that pertains to the thief, the theme of this thread, saved by faith only. My view is that he was saved by faith only. This is my feeling for this subject matter. Saving grace is actually what it says it is, saving grace. But you are right about further re-hashing, I think it ha...
- Mon Dec 04, 2006 7:56 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: 1000 Year reign of Christ
- Replies: 29
- Views: 61755
1000 year reign of Christ
If they had heeded to do the commandment and the law which Moses charged them with, they would indeed still have possession of the land. The promise was for an EVERLASTING POSSESSION. Joshua 22:5 (KJV) But take diligent heed to do the commandment and the law, which Moses the servant of the LORD char...
- Mon Dec 04, 2006 2:40 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
What did the thiefs' faith profit him? Can faith save him? YES
- Tue Nov 28, 2006 6:32 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
First, I would like to thank you for your imput. I can see that I have become a bit backed up in my responses. I will deal with as much as I can as I have time to do so. First I will state my views on James 2 as it pertains to salvation. Romans 3:28 (KJV) Therefore we conclude that a man is justifie...
- Wed Nov 22, 2006 1:08 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: 1000 Year reign of Christ
- Replies: 29
- Views: 61755
1000 year reign of Christ
When Christ returns, all eyes will behold him. We are branches which have been grafted into the tree of life, but we are not the root of it. Salvation is of the Jews. God will honor his promise to Abraham concerning the land promises to Israel, and will be realized during his 1000 year reign of Chri...
- Wed Nov 22, 2006 12:48 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
I will have to get back to you on most of your post. The thief called upon the name of the Lord and was saved, just like Romans 10:13 "For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved." and guess what , the thief was saved If you disagree with Romans 10:13, then you tell me, how was...
- Tue Nov 21, 2006 3:15 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: 1000 Year reign of Christ
- Replies: 29
- Views: 61755
1000 year reign of Christ
As for your view that Christ is now reigning on Davids throne: Hosea 3:4 (KJV) For the children of Israel shall abide many days without a king, and without a prince, and without a sacrifice, and without an image, and without an ephod, and without teraphim: Christ is now sitted at the right hand of G...
- Tue Nov 21, 2006 2:49 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
Acts 4:12 (KJV) Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved. The demons lived with God, and so obviously they know him. The demons, however, deny Jesus, the only name given under heaven whereby we must be saved. John 3:...
- Tue Nov 14, 2006 7:21 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
The jailer was not the only person in there. There were other prisoners. Acts 16:25 (KJV) And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them. Then suddenly there was a great earthquake, and the doors were opened and everyones' bands were loosed. Did God do...
- Mon Nov 13, 2006 4:47 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: 1000 Year reign of Christ
- Replies: 29
- Views: 61755
1000 year reign of Christ
This pertains to the ones who come up against Jerusalem, which brings about the second advent of Christ to earth. Zechariah 14:16-21 (KJV)16 And it shall come to pass, that every one that is left of all the nations which came against Jerusalem shall even go up from year to year to worship the King, ...
- Mon Nov 13, 2006 3:48 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
I do not have time to elaborate, but I'm sure I covered this before. The last will and testament of any person begins at the death of the testator. The thief was still alive at Jesus' death. Galatians 3:15 (KJV) Brethren, I speak after the manner of men; Though it be but a man's covenant, yet if it ...
- Wed Nov 08, 2006 1:31 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
The thief was saved by believing that Jesus was Messiah, Saviour of the World. Ephesians 2:8 (KJV) For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Ephesians 2:9 (KJV) Not of works, lest any man should boast. 2:10 (KJV) For we are his workmanship, created i...
- Mon Nov 06, 2006 2:26 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
The thief, which is the theme of this thread, was saved by faith only. He believed Jesus the Saviour of the world.
- Fri Nov 03, 2006 1:27 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: In the Day of Judgement
- Replies: 11
- Views: 24492
In the Day of Judgement
It was intended that man obey God from the very beginning, when God created Adam. Adam disobeyed. I have nothing against obedience, unfortunately, it is something that man has not been able to do. If man obeyed there would not have been a need for a new covenant. I would like to return this thread t...
- Fri Nov 03, 2006 12:57 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: 1000 Year reign of Christ
- Replies: 29
- Views: 61755
1000 year reign of christ
This is what Mr. Heintzman says, in referring to Isaiah 26: 1-7, as he goes on to say: that the prophet is referring of the time of the COMING kingdom and the times of refreshing and regeneration which Jesus promised. These clearly refer to the 1000 year reign of Christ when he sets up his kingdom o...
- Fri Nov 03, 2006 12:55 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: 1000 Year reign of Christ
- Replies: 29
- Views: 61755
1000 year reign of christ
This is what Mr. Heintzman says, in referring to Isaiah 26: 1-7, as he goes on to say: that the prophet is referring of the time of the COMING kingdom and the times of refreshing and regeneration which Jesus promised. These clearly refer to the 1000 year reign of Christ when he sets up his kingdom o...
- Fri Nov 03, 2006 2:36 am
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
The fact of the matter concerning the thief is that he believed, and thus he was saved.
- Thu Nov 02, 2006 1:12 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: 1000 Year reign of Christ
- Replies: 29
- Views: 61755
1000 year reign of Christ
When Jesus was here on earth, he asked the people to pray in this manner. Please consider that the people are on the planet earth, reciting this prayer. The prayer, of course is the Our Father........ thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth... If they are to recognize his kingdom here on earth, ...
- Thu Nov 02, 2006 12:44 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
The two SCRIPTURES I referenced are not assumptions but truths. Your response, however, are assumptions. You try to throw the thief as being saved under the old testament period, than assume that he had to have been baptised by John the Baptist, assumed that he repented, then he unrepented of his re...
- Wed Nov 01, 2006 1:59 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
Why do you have to resort to so many assumptions about the thief? John 11:25 (KJV) Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: John 11:26 (KJV) And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believest thou this?
- Tue Oct 31, 2006 6:19 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: In the Day of Judgement
- Replies: 11
- Views: 24492
In the Day of Judgement
I will deal with the topic of obedience. And in dealing with the topic of obedience, I will deal with the topic of disobedience. It is disobedience that got us here in the first place. We are sinners, because of the disobedience of Adam. The Living Bible: Exodus 19: The Israelis arrived in the Sinai...
- Tue Oct 31, 2006 5:10 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
Repent in Acts 2 :38 is referring to the messiahship of Jesus Acts 2:5 (KJV) And there were dwelling at Jerusalem Jews, devout men, out of every nation under heaven. This clearly identifies that the ones gathered here are devout Jews. The message here is that they have not yet accepted Jesus as the ...
- Thu Oct 26, 2006 11:52 am
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: 1000 Year reign of Christ
- Replies: 29
- Views: 61755
1000 year reign of Christ
Well, you have quite a list of questions, and I will have to deal with them one at a time, for lack of time. You said that I did not introduce scripture to the affect that Christ set his feet on the earth. Isaiah 63:1-4 (KJV) Who is this that cometh from Edom, with dyed garments from Bozrah? this th...
- Thu Oct 26, 2006 10:47 am
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
- Wed Oct 25, 2006 12:43 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
These men that Peter is talking to are devout Jews, dwelling in Jerusalem but come from many nations. Acts 2:21Acts 2:21 (KJV) And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved. Acts 2:22 (KJV) Ye men of Israel, hear these words; Jesus of Nazareth, a man app...
- Wed Oct 25, 2006 10:48 am
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
Acts 2:21 Peter also said in Acts 2:21 (KJV) And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved. (Acts 2:38 is a continuation of things been said to the same crowd) Repent, (change of mind) return to your first impression that Christ Jesus is the promised Mes...
- Tue Oct 24, 2006 8:42 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: 1000 Year reign of Christ
- Replies: 29
- Views: 61755
1000 year reign of Christ
Let me say that scripture is not an easy subject matter, at least not for me, none the less, it is scripture. 2 Timothy 3:15-16(KJV) And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. All scripture is giv...
- Tue Oct 24, 2006 12:54 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: In the Day of Judgement
- Replies: 11
- Views: 24492
In the Day of Judgement
Matthew 25:31-40 (KJV) When the Son of man shall come in his glory, and all the holy angels with him, then shall he sit upon the throne of his glory: And before him shall be gathered all nations: and he shall separate them one from another, as a shepherd divideth his sheep from the goats: And he sha...
- Tue Oct 24, 2006 11:51 am
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: 1000 Year reign of Christ
- Replies: 29
- Views: 61755
1000 year reign of Christ
Acts 1:11 (KJV) Which also said, Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into heaven? this same Jesus, which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven. Matthew 24:27 For as the lightning cometh out of the east, and shineth even unto the west;...
- Tue Oct 24, 2006 1:10 am
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: 1000 Year reign of Christ
- Replies: 29
- Views: 61755
1000 year reign of Christ
Did you quote any scripture at all, that I might be able to read. It would be most appreciated, if you would.
- Tue Oct 24, 2006 1:03 am
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
2 Corinthians 7:10 (KJV) For godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation not to be repented of: but the sorrow of the world worketh death. Paul is talking to christians, who are already saved. For the christian, God sometimes uses sorrow in our lifes so that we turn away from sin and seek eternal l...
- Mon Oct 23, 2006 5:46 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: 1000 Year reign of Christ
- Replies: 29
- Views: 61755
1000 year reign of Christ
Now let's go to the scripture and see what the Bible has to say about the advent of Christ, after which the devil is bound for 1000 years, the same 1000 years that Christ establishes his kingdom on earth, the same 1000 years which is the judgement day. 2 Peter 3:8 (KJV) But, beloved, be not ignorant...
- Mon Oct 23, 2006 4:05 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
Please note the question, that is being asked, there can be no doubt as to what the jailer is asking? 16:30 (KJV) And brought them out, and said, Sirs, what must I do to be saved? Please note the answer, and please note the dot thats follows the answer, usually it means conclusion of sentence. Acts ...
- Sun Oct 22, 2006 12:41 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
John 3:15 (KJV) That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life. John 3:16 (KJV) For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:18 (KJV) He that believeth on him is not cond...
- Sat Oct 21, 2006 1:11 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
I'm all ears. Then you explain how it is that the thief shall be saved.
- Tue Oct 17, 2006 8:26 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: In the Day of Judgement
- Replies: 11
- Views: 24492
In the Day of Judgement
Continuing: Israel who had been shown so much more favor than Sodom and Samaria, would be much more accountable. The verse reads: As I live, saith the Lord God, Sodom thy sister hath not done, she nor her daughters, as thou hast done, thou and thy daughters............Neither hath Samaria committed ...
- Tue Oct 17, 2006 2:48 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: In the Day of Judgement
- Replies: 11
- Views: 24492
In the Day of Judgement
Before, I go any further, I'd like to say that by no means am I the originator of this theme, as I know that it has been written of before, however, since I did not see this subject matter on this forum, I thought it was interesting to read. I must give credit, where credit is due, and so the genera...
- Tue Oct 17, 2006 2:21 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: In the Day of Judgement
- Replies: 11
- Views: 24492
In the Day of Judgement
To continue: Matthew 12:18-20 Behold my servant, whom I have chosen; my beloved, in whom my soul is well pleased: I will put my spirit upon him, and he shall shew judgment ( Gk. krisis) to the Gentiles. He shall not strive, nor cry; neither shall any man hear his voice in the streets. A bruised reed...
- Tue Oct 17, 2006 11:23 am
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: In the Day of Judgement
- Replies: 11
- Views: 24492
In the Day of Judgement
I'm sure we have all thought of this. especially in regards to loves ones who might not have taken the opportunity to make peace with God, and accept his free gift of salvation, through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. If they did not, did their death deny them the only opportunity they shall have...
- Tue Oct 03, 2006 7:43 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
John 19:30 (KJV) When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished: and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost.
In Christ Jesus God bless
In Christ Jesus God bless
- Tue Oct 03, 2006 3:40 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
I apologize that I have been the source of your total confusion. I know it can not be the fault of the sciptures quoted. You wrote that my most recent quotes from scripture on Oct 3, 2006 are the source of your confusion, yet I listed Galations 3:15 to demonstrate the same view on August 28, 2006, w...
- Tue Oct 03, 2006 2:37 am
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
Implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
Hebrews 9:16 (KJV) For where a testament is, there must also of necessity be the death of the testator. Hebrews 9:17 (KJV) For a testament is of force after men are dead: otherwise it is of no strength at all while the testator liveth. Galatians 3:15 (KJV) Brethren, I speak after the manner of men; ...
- Tue Aug 29, 2006 6:15 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
Yes, I would have to agree with that. Thank you for your imput.
- Mon Aug 28, 2006 8:19 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
There is another addition I would like to make after reading an article entitled "Why the Old Covenant Failed" by Joe Crews. Scripture, of course will be from the Bible. Please take into consideration that I am referring to the Old Covenant (testament), and not the Ten Commandments. The Book of Hebr...
- Thu Aug 24, 2006 11:10 am
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
implications of the thief on the cross, saved by faith only
I would only like to add for reference: Colossians 2:12-14 "Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross"; Then John 19:31-33 "The Jews therefore, because it was the preparation, that the bodies should n...
- Wed Aug 23, 2006 3:21 pm
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: Implications of Thief on the Cross: Saved by Faith Only?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 136482
only belief is required
The point that I was trying to get across by using the example of the thief (malefactor) on the cross, is that belief in Jesus, God incarnate, was the only necessity for his salvation. I am sure that he had many works of disobedience, however no works of obedience that I was able to find. In fact it...
- Mon Aug 21, 2006 1:07 am
- Forum: Sin and Salvation
- Topic: only belief is required for salvation
- Replies: 41
- Views: 80616
only belief is required for salvation
When Jesus was on the cross, there was also two other men beside him, being cruxified. Both men heard what the crowds were shouting to Jesus. One man elected to believed in Jesus, and asked Jesus to remember him. Jesus said, (paraphasing) Verily I say unto you, this day you will be with me in paradi...