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HeIsHere

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The answer is in genesis 3

For you where dead in your trespasses and God still loved you...

In Genesis 3 Adam and eve did something whilst they where dead in there trespasses,


12 The man said, “The woman you put here with me—she gave me some fruit from the tree, and I ate it.”

13 Then the Lord God said to the woman, “What is this you have done?”

The woman said, “The serpent deceived me, and I ate.”

.what is it that Adam and eve did here that has something to do with truth.
I have no idea.
 

Blain

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Listen...., you have problems. I figure you are just young and not ready for where you keep trying to jump into.
You really need a good teacher. We all do.
I amdit he can be a bit rash but you haven't watched his journey as I have we all have weaknesses that we do not grow in as much but he is on the right path how easy is it to go according to what we ourselves believe? how easy to use the word of
god according to our own doctrine and understanding? but like Jesus one who speaks the kingdom will not be recieved by many

Jesus went against the norm he was mocked ridicualed called a false prophet and teavher ;likewise anyone who knows the kingdom will be treated the same way
Is not common for people to use the word of God yet there is so much division and strife? do you see unity do you see bretheren building strenghtening drawing each other deeper in Christ?

Or do you see division this aspect of doctine what we believe compared to what others do?

If I am not mistaken there is only one truth compared to the enmy who knows better than anyone to win a war you confuse divide and conquor
 

HeIsHere

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As for mankind, the Bible itself speaks very truthfully concerning the condition of fallen man. But here again, simply because someone understands the condition of man doesn't mean one has a disdain for them.
Yes I would agree.

I think this idea of the condition of man as being unable to respond to hearing and responding to the Gospel message is not scriptural and superimposed on scripture.

You can pull out any scripture and I pretty sure it can be "deCalvinized" and understood within its proper meaning of the greater context.

And sadly, some who follow the five tenets of tulip are pretty open about God hating those whom are not His elect.
 

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The pair of you have constantly tried to make enemies out of people here including me.

You haven't once corrected any of your blatant disrespectful remarks when shown in patience and kindness and tolerance of your ever ending escalating insults

Which makes the both of you enemies of the lord.

And a long with other people here who are doing the same.

One person in particular here would like a friend of mine to mark me, @GRACE_ambassador, has asked my closest friend here @Blain, whom I have been in pm with everyday for over a year to mark me, and now

@GRACE_ambassador is now preaching where not under any new covenant in another thread, with his free will and hyper grace.

No he does have free will, he has free wickedness just like you two




Because he would wood rather teach hyper grace

Well you two are doing the same you would both like people to get marked.

And I know this behaviour comes from people who God has marked like satan.

What satan does is to get everyone to fall with him

Well you ain't going to make me fall.

Or ruin my reputation.

Because I'm not your dog ok.

I walk in obedience to the lord serve the lord and listen to what he's saying to me.

Further to all the rest of the insults I'm recieving, is on the bases you all have free will, a long with you all believe. Gods grace is unmerited


Along with hardened Calvinists who will not accept. God died for the whole world.

Further to all the disrespectful comments I'm recieving, is on the bases none of all this behavior being carried out by people, will not answer a few simple question.


And as for our ugly friend here @Genez he's happy to preach horrendous dogmas about water baptism, and not put his defiling disgusting comments right
@GRACE_ambassador is actually a true spirit filled person
if you trust me please believe me and calling people msrked calling them the enemy of God id not the truth I know more thanyone what it is to be ayyacked but I still call for unity I drrk Gods love and will not hesitate to admit my wrong doings yopu have dealt with the reality of the state of the church but calling people ugly speaking of your reputation thid id not the kingdom you will not bring others deeper into Christ in Christ this way only cause more strife

The motive of why we are online is far more important look to Jesus see how he taught see how he reacted to those who tried to stone him

You will be met with such people you will be attacked mocked called names but how one responds shows the spirit they have
 
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right ok buddy well seeing as it's you , all tho you did cross a line with me, dont cross that line again, and support parent bashers.


Genesis 3
12 The man said, “The woman you put here with me—she gave me some fruit from the tree, and I ate it.”

13 Then the Lord God said to the woman, “What is this you have done?”

The woman said, “The serpent deceived me, and I ate.”

What Adam and eve did whilst they where dead in there trespasses was they told the truth to the lord.

Which means they still had the truth in them.

This means because they spoke the truth to the lord they where deserving of the lord clothing them and loving them,

Whilst satan in his fallen state no longer has the truth in him


 

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right ok buddy well seeing as it's you , all tho you did cross a line with me, dont cross that line again, and support parent bashers.


Genesis 3
12 The man said, “The woman you put here with me—she gave me some fruit from the tree, and I ate it.”

13 Then the Lord God said to the woman, “What is this you have done?”

The woman said, “The serpent deceived me, and I ate.”

What Adam and eve did whilst they where dead in there trespasses was they told the truth to the lord.

Which means they still had the truth in them.

This means because they spoke the truth to the lord they where deserving of the lord clothing them and loving them,

Like I stated before there is no such thing as deserving love. Love has be freely given to be love, not based on a person's behaviour.
When you start using words like "deserve" then you are talking about admiration, respect .... these are earned, love is never earned.
 

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The pair of you have constantly tried to make enemies out of people here including me.

You haven't once corrected any of your blatant disrespectful remarks when shown in patience and kindness and tolerance of your ever ending escalating insults
Your way of reasoning is geared to induce insults. (if it can)
You really want insults so you can finally have something to attack.....

You want to feel justified.

Yet you attack.... and are dull to that reality.

You are geared to induce insults.

Its hypocrisy....
 

Genez

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The pair of you have constantly tried to make enemies out of people here including me.
Have I now become your enemy by telling you the truth?
Galatians 2:16​


Its only you...

You are living a sheltered life, sir.

We only make enemies out of you by telling you the truth.
 
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Like I stated before there is no such thing as deserving love. Love has be freely given to be love, not based on a person's behaviour.
When you start using words like "deserve" then you are talking about admiration, respect .... these are earned, love is never earned.
right your going to hell then if you dont deserve Gods love
 

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Your way of reasoning is geared to induce insults. (if it can)
You really want insults so you can finally have something to attack.....

You want to feel justified.

Yet you attack.... and are dull to that reality.

You are geared to induce insults.

Its hypocrisy....

Very interesting. :unsure:
 

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Galatians 6:1 (NKJV): "Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness, considering yourself lest you also be tempted." This verse emphasizes the responsibility of believers to help restore those who have fallen into sin. The approach should be characterized by gentleness and self-awareness, highlighting the importance of humility and care in correcting others.
Matthew 18:15-17 (NKJV): "Moreover if your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone. If he hears you, you have gained your brother. But if he will not hear, take with you one or two more, that ‘by the mouth of two or three witnesses every word may be established.’ And if he refuses to hear them, tell it to the church. But if he refuses even to hear the church, let him be to you like a heathen and a tax collector." Here, Jesus provides a process for addressing sin within the community, emphasizing the importance of private correction and the goal of reconciliation. It shows a structured approach to pointing out error, with the ultimate aim of restoration.
2 Timothy 4:2 (NKJV): "Preach the word! Be ready in season and out of season. Convince, rebuke, exhort, with all longsuffering and teaching." Paul instructs Timothy—and by extension, all believers—to be diligent in teaching the truth of God's Word, which includes correcting errors and encouraging right living. This exhortation underscores the role of Scripture in guiding the process of correction and the need for patience and dedication in this task.
James 5:19-20 (NKJV): "Brethren, if anyone among you wanders from the truth, and someone turns him back, let him know that he who turns a sinner from the error of his way will save a soul from death and cover a multitude of sins." James highlights the life-saving impact of correcting error and guiding someone back to the truth. It presents the act of pointing out error as an expression of care and concern for the spiritual state of others.

with meekness and fear: The manner in which believers are to defend their faith is critically important. "Meekness" suggests gentleness and humility, indicating that our defense should not be aggressive or confrontational but characterized by the humility that comes from understanding that our faith is a gift from God. "Fear" in this context refers to a deep respect or reverence for God, reminding believers that their ultimate accountability is to Him. This respectful approach ensures that the conversation about faith honors God and respects the dignity of the person asking.

These passages collectively illustrate that believers are indeed called to lovingly and carefully address error within the community, always aiming for the restoration and spiritual health of the individual. This responsibility is carried out within the context of a commitment to truth, love, humility, and the ultimate goal of salvation. It's important that such correction is done in a spirit of gentleness, respect, and love, reflecting the character of Christ.

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Keep in mind.

The Lord allows for things to take its course as well.


In the first place, I hear that when you come together as a church,
there are divisions among you, and to some extent I believe it.
No doubt there have to be factions among you to show which
of you have God’s approval." 1 Cor 11:18-19​
grace and peace ...............
 

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Read Matthew 13:10-17. When God gives hearing and perception...ears to hear and eyes to see...conversion is the result. So the scenario you present sounds fine, but it's not biblical.
Just an fyi, God may have helped some along when the Gospel message was being revealed in the time of Jesus, presently people have the capabilities to hear and perceive the message without divine intervention.

3 This is good, and pleases God our Savior, 4 who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth. 5 For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus, 6 who gave himself as a ransom for all people. This has now been witnessed to at the proper time.

1 Timothy 2:3-6
 
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Do you have children?

Do you love them based on their behaviour from moment to moment?
Do did Adam and speak the truth here or not.

Genesis 3
12 The man said, “The woman you put here with me—she gave me some fruit from the tree, and I ate it.”

13 Then the Lord God said to the woman, “What is this you have done?”

The woman said, “The serpent deceived me, and I ate.”

What Adam and eve did whilst they where dead in there trespasses was they told the truth to the lord


Did they speak the truth here or not.
 

HeIsHere

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Don't ever ask me ever again about my children.

Have you got that..
What I have been reminded of is that conversing with you is not edifying, I do like it when people have unique insights but that is not what I am picking up from you presently.

I should have remembered back with the whole transgender discussion.

Ciao