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    No more of works?

    What are some thoughts on the following passage? "Then is it no more of works." When did grace start? When was it by works? Romans 11 5 Even so then at this present time also there is a remnant according to the election of grace. 6 And if by grace, then is it no more of works: otherwise...
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    God's back parts...

    Just a cool thought... God showed Noah his "back parts." What could this be? Genesis 33 21 And the Lord said, Behold, there is a place by me, and thou shalt stand upon a rock: 22 And it shall come to pass, while my glory passeth by, that I will put thee in a clift of the rock, and will cover...
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    No major doctrines changed?

    There is an ongoing debate over the KJV only issue. One issue that always comes up is, "There are no major doctrinal changes from one version to the next, so what does it matter?" First of all, truth matters no matter how small of a truth you may think. Truth matters to God. He never wants...
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    Prayer is Effective!

    Pray is an effective means to reach the heart of God and change the course of history. Through prayer, Hezekiah changed the mind of God and added fifteen years to his life. 2 Kings 20 1 In those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz came to him, and said...
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    Psalm 9:1-2 Give Praise!

    1 I will praise thee, O Lord, with my whole heart; I will shew forth all thy marvellous works. 2 I will be glad and rejoice in thee: I will sing praise to thy name, O thou most High. I praise the Lord for saving my soul! I praise the Lord for healing me of cancer! I will sing praises to his...
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    Matthew 24:14 vs Colossians 1:5-6

    How do ya'll try and reconcile the following passages: Matthew 24:14 vs Colossians 1:5-6, 23 and Romans 16:25-26?
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    Another Dispensational Example

    I was studying in Matthew 19 this morning and came across another good example of dispensational teaching. We must divide scripture according to the audience spoken. Before the law...under the law...transitioning out from under the law... Matthew 19 3 The Pharisees also came unto him...
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    Matthew 24:14 vs Colossians 1:5-6

    How do you reconcile these scriptures? Has the end come? Has the Lord returned? Why or why not? Matthew 24:14 And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come. Colossians 1:5 For the hope which is laid up for you...
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    Harry Potter

    Should believers have anything to do with books and movies such as Harry Potter? Deuteronomy 18 9 When thou art come into the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee, thou shalt not learn to do after the abominations of those nations. 10 There shall not be found among you any one that maketh...
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    Christian "catchphrases"

    Please feel free to post your favorite "catchphrases." And sometimes you wonder what they mean by it. I'll begin. There are many. God's got this. Just run to God. God works in mysterious ways.
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    What exactly is faith?

    What is the difference between faith and believing? Hebrews tells us... 1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 2 For by it the elders obtained a good report. By faith the elders obtained a dood report. We also know in Romans 10... 17 So then...
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    Matthew 6:14-15

    If one believes the sermon on the mount is doctrine for the body of Christ, then one must conclude that forgiveness is conditional on forgiving others. This would be a work of obedience. 14 For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: 15 But if ye...
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    Jesus rose again?

    Why does the Bible say that Jesus rose again? What does the word “again“ refer to? 1 Corinthians 15:4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:
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    Doing good!

    Any testimonies of doing good during these odd times? Any suggestions from you brethren in ways to do good during these times? Galatians 6:10 As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.
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    From Death to Rising

    Where was the Lord and what was He doing those three days and three nights before ascending to His Father? Here is my view. 1. Jesus died (on Wednesday 3pm) 2. He rent the veil in the temple from top to bottom, entered the holy of holies and offered His blood, closing the OT and beginning the...
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    Jesus as King?

    In my studies, The Bible clearly states that Jesus is not King yet, He is not currently ruling on the throne of David. Jesus is seated at the right hand of the Father making intercession for believers, acting as our high priest. His throne is future. Jesus is not currently ruling this...
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    Hell, Sheol, Hades, etc...

    How would you define the following using scripture to back up your thoughts: 1. Hell - what, who, when, where 2. Sheol - what, who, when, where 3. Hades - what, who, when, where 4. Lake of fire - what, who, when, where 5. Abraham’s bosom - what, who, when, where
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    All things James

    The book of James contains doctrinal truths for the Jews living in the last days of the tribulation as they will be scattered and will face all kinds of trouble. 1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting. The term twelve...
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    CHRISTMAS

    Give us your thoughts on anything Christmas. Here are some ideas: Should we celebrate it? Exchange gifts? Decorate trees? Should it be in December? Wise men Shepherds Santa Claus Etc...
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    Lawsuits

    Brothers, what are your opinions on lawsuits outside the body of Christ? Is there any Scripture concerning this?