Reasons for My Hope
Dedicated
to my Grandchildren.
11-3-09
Updated
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Bio.
Al Evans 128 Sequoia Dr Clarksville Tn 37043 evan1s1@yahoo.com.
BS, Chemistry minor, Biology, licensed to practice law Tn. 32 year career in
medical field.
The Old Rugged Cross
On a hill
far away stood an old rugged
cross
The emblem
of suffering and shame;
And I love
that old cross where the
dearest
and best
For a
world of lost sinners was slain.
So I’ll
cherish the old rugged cross,
Till my
trophies at last I lay down;
I will
cling to the old rugged cross,
And
exchange it some day for a crown.
Oh, that
old rugged cross, so despised
by the
world,
Has a
wondrous attraction for me;
For the
dear Lamb of God left His glory
Above
To bear it
to dark Calvary.
In that
old rugged cross, stained with
blood so
divine,
A wondrous
beauty I see,
For ’twas
on that old cross
Jesus suffered
and died,
To pardon
and sanctify me.
To the old
rugged cross
I will
ever be true;
Its shame
and reproach gladly bear;
Then He’ll
call me some day to my home far away,
Where His
glory forever I’ll share.
1 Peter 3:15 But in your heart set apart
Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you
to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and
respect.
Reason for my Hope
I
would like to invite nonbelievers to join me in my personal reasons for the
hope in me. Most of what I present is scriptures and evidences that I view as
being true and proven. I may not cover complete scriptures on every bible
subject but the URLs for answers pages 30 and 48 will do so.
Philippians 2:12 Wherefore, my beloved, as ye
have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my
absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.
I
believe God wants the reason for ones hope to be organized and ready in ones
mind is to keep one humble and gentle in respect to God and his creations. This
enables his disciples to influence others as opportunity arises. As a Christian
one needs to use all reasonable means of reaching others with actions and facts
that may encourage them to study the bible and to better understand Gods inspired
instructions to man to read and hear
Gods word, believe, repent, confess, and be baptized. With 2200 religious
sects in the North American continent some could be contrary to Gods
directions. Eph. 4:5 one Lord one faith one baptism.
Remember that many may not have been exposed to the bible except via
others opinions and hearing the negative remarks and actions concerning it of
which there are plenty. Perhaps the following information will help some.
Others
opinions often claim this world is physical only & any things else is fairy
tales proposed by Christians. This is, severe
tunnel vision. If you will before reading look at your dictionary, which
proves God is correct & evolutionist are some what narrow vision, you
decide. Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary Science: b. Such knowledge or
such system of knowledge, concerned with the physical world & its phenomena
(miracles?). There are other acceptable bible versions but
some have been altered. My attempt is to use quotes from the non copyrighted,
King James Version Bible. What one thinks one knows could prevent one from
learning what one should know, anon.
Evolution:
Let me say I see and believe in microevolution
the only evolution that Darwin’s theory found and is in agreement with proven
science and with the bible. Darwin did theorize, macroevolution but it was a
theory without any proven macroevolution intermittent fossils even today
New Merriam Collegiate Dictionary Eleventh
Edition: Microevolution
comparatively minor evolutionary changes involving the accumulation of
variations below the species level like color size & the many obvious
changes displayed. This is the basis of evolutionist claim to science but is
not species changes but they still claim that minor changes accumulate to
become a new species.
Macroevolution is evolution that results in
large complex changes such as proposed changes in species. Genetics speaks
loudly & intermediate, fossils have all been proven to be in error or
outright frauds.
Let me
note that the change of i to a, just one letter spans a gap in these two
scientific words that is un-provable and can only be based on a hope.
Christianity is based on a hope that is based on evidences so extensive, when
know, that doubt is removed. These words were created to distinguish DNA
effects after the 1953 discovery of DNA & RNA. The 1941 fifth edition of
Webster Collegiate Dictionary did not list either word.
Encyclopedia Britannica. If the sequence [of
the DNA code] is changed at random, (ACCIDENTLY) the result rarely or never will
be improved and often life will be hampered or destroyed. This fact denies evolutionists claim
of species evolve from other species. Why cant teachers refuse to imply
evolution as it contradicts two of their most important library books rather than teach confusion.
Science deals with what we know by testing, and philosophy deals with
what we think. Science depends upon repeatable experiments. Philosophy depends
upon skillful rhetoric.
Who
created genes, nature's means of passing on family traits? Biologists have
always known alterations of the natural genes virtually always cause
undesirable & unhealthy traits. Now a very large industry has grown around
the Genome. Nature soundly refutes the evolution theory of life. If evolution
produced the genetic system why do genes today reverse their effect on life
causing sickness and weakness instead of health and strength? We all know how
genetic defects are a problem and how much research is being done on the human
genome to correct genetic defects for improved strength and health.
One of
the worlds big, unfair, and yes, dangerous immoral problems is the evolutionist
promotion of their agenda by getting their theory published in schoolbooks as
if proven facts. They have succeeded in doing so too many years. The
presentation would be fine but is done with fake drawings & no photos of
intermediate species for reality & offers no science that passes the
Scientific Method test. A theory can only be science which meets a science test
yet is taught in our schools contrary to our school dictionary, Why?
This
early exposure to unproven or false facts can prevent many from accepting a
more moral agenda in their lives because. The small children do not know what a
theory is. Seeing the very well done drawings plus trust in their teacher is
devastating to their lives. The frauds sound like it proves parents, teachers,
& God’s messages wrong. The damage is done though its only a non testable
science.
Another problem is the non-biblical acts done as assumed Christianity
were non-biblical and sinful acts. History has always revealed that men have
acted outside the real rules of what ever the intended rules have been so some
say the rules caused the problem. This is rampantly occurring today by men
acting outside the bible.
Paul
mistakenly was persecuting the Christians believing he was following Gods
direction in persecuting the Christians. Acts 9-1 Jesus got Paul’s attention
and gave him rules to follow, which he complied with. Paul was an apostle and
wrote 12 or 13 of the N.T. books. Later when preaching he called himself the
chief of sinners. Paul spent his last 30+ years doing what Jesus & the Holy
Spirit told him. This would require a lot of dreams so I can’t believe this was
just a dream where he wrote 13 books & suffered persecution & death.
Ancient history is ignored by much of the world like Paul’s biography.
Ancient history proven by archeological findings are revealed
through out the bible. One of the most flagrant denials by man are, the
scientific facts, revealed thousands of years before man claimed their
discovery. The bible science is being
taught world wide in schools yet can’t openly get near US schools. Is there
a possible reason for this negligence other than a fear that God does exist or
is it a hate of God? Why could this historical
source of known science not be taught in history classes as its science is
now being secretly taught in our science classes? Is this not a weird
educational system? See the science later revealed?
A more
moral society based on love should benefit everyone. What harm could the
following characteristics do to society? Phil.4:8 God says finally,
brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever
things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely,
whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be
any praise, think on these things. If one believes our lives & country
would be better off why not take the advice of the lawyer telling the Sanhedrin
Jewish Court
Acts 5:34-39 about trying Jesus disciples,
before making a decision?
I do
not attempt or desire to judge any one in presenting my reasons but only to
present scriptures from the bible, which speaks for God. Why would one spend a
lifetime following creeds of men & not the bible? I also desire to present
other facts that I also sincerely believe to be honest, true, and worthy of
expressing. I do ask questions or state opinions that are just my thoughts on
some matters.
I
believe the Bible, Gods wisdom, is the inspired word of God and is supported by
proven evidences. Note the wise ways God does things throughout the bible. The
timely wisdom contained in just one book of the bible is applicable to all
& is just as current today as it was thousands of years when revealed. You
likely will be in agreement with God in the advice He gives in the Proverbs.
Many fathers & mothers very likely practice these Proverbs & similar
following statements in their lives, knowing the benefits to themselves & their
children.
Examples:
Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a
disgrace to any people. Proverbs 14:24
All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk
leads only to poverty. Proverbs 14:23
A simple man believes anything, but a prudent
man gives thought to his steps. Proverbs 14:15
He who spares the rod hates his son, but he
who loves him is careful to discipline him Proverbs 13:24 Dr Spock is long forgotten
as his advice was wrong.
He who guards his lips guards his life, but he
who speaks rashly will come to ruin. Proverbs 13:3
A prudent man keeps his knowledge to himself,
but the heart of fools blurts out folly. Proverbs 12:23
When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but
with humility comes wisdom. Proverbs 11:2
The fear of the LORD adds length to life, but
the years of the wicked are cut short. Proverbs 10:27
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of
wisdom. Proverbs 9:10
Wisdom is more precious than rubies, and
nothing you desire can compare with Proverbs: 11
Proverbs 3:15 she (wisdom) is more precious
than rubies: and all the things thou canst desire are not to be compared unto
her.
Addendum of Creationists:
A little science leads man from GOD. Much
science leads man back to God. Louis Pasteur
He who leads the world to primitive
Christianity will change the face of the world. Ben Franklin
A thorough knowledge of the bible is worth
more than a college education. Teddy Roosevelt
The New Testament is the very best book ever
was or will be known to the world. Charles Dickenson
It is impossible to rightly govern the world
with out God and the Bible. George Washington
Most are bothered, by scriptures they don’t
understand, but what I understand bothers me. Mark Twain
The natural selection creation of the eye I
confess seems absurd to the highest possible degree. Charles Darwin
A little philosophy leads man to atheism but
depth in philosophy brings men’s mind about to religion, Francis Bacon
The
Bible (book of wisdom) is very unique among books in the world. One person did
not or could not have written it. The bible was written by 40 different
authors, under Gods authorship over, about a 1600 year time span. The O.T. has
been documented historically beyond any doubt as it was copied to perfection.
The Dead Sea Scrolls found in the year of 1948 helps to further verify the O.T.
As I
read the bible it seems God had a plan based on love of all around the very
important family & government. From Adam to Noah the patriarchs ruled with
his advice. From Moses the plan centered on the OT & important family &
tribes to bring us to Christ. Christ brought us the NT centered around the
important family & the civil government controlled by the Bible with love
being a central command.
History & our personal experiences are our
best teacher & God used it extensively
Daniel
2 King James bible prophesied that 4 world powers would come over thousands of
years. The later was the Roman Empire which swept across
Without exception, to this very day, where the
skeptic has stated the Bible has been in error, archaeology has proven it to be
correct.
**Mike Scott http://www.scripturessay.com (see
scriptural bible answers)
Keep
in mind that thousands of books have been and are today being written on
proposed religion that, are simply men’s thoughts with little connection to the
bible. Many are attempts to add or subtract from the inspired scriptures and
God warns all against doing this but with seemingly little response.
Ecclesiastes 12:12 be warned, my son, of
anything in addition to them. Of making many books there is no end, and much
study wearies the body, how many books?
God is
not warning of books of genuine history because He uses and records the most
accurate ancient history available and obviously knows how important history is
in verifying his word as truth. This to me shows Gods wisdom. It has been
said that we need history as much as we need bread and water. Think about where
we would be without folklore, inventions, medical history, bible history,
business and financial history and etc. as a guide.
My
reasons for believing the bible have grown over time and are far too numerous
to cover in this writing. God was and is so very complete in providing us
evidence in and outside the bible of his existence. I can only give part of my
reasons for the hope I have of eternal life. My hope is to get one who does not
understand the bible to examine the simplicity and clarity of it and let it
convince one it is authentic, which it will do. Christ used parables, short
real world parellel stores, to illustrate a moral attitude or religious
principle for ones easy understanding.
Once I
better understood the bibles simple overall plan from Genesis to Revelations
the bible alone was even more sufficient to convince me that it came from an awesome
force exceeding the ability of an uninspired person or persons being able to
present it.
One
area of evidence that is too extensive to include are over 1200 prophecies in
the Old Testament fulfilled in the New Testament. I do however list the scripture
about prophecies of Jesus. (P 35 36) Men could not have done the coordination
(a miracle with in itself) between the books of the bible even if they had all
been writing in the same room at the same time with all present day
communication technology.
Jesus
could not have been a false messiah as fulfilling these prophecies would have
been impossible for any mere person, as many others had tried.
A
simple news story reported on by several news reporters will come up with
widely varying stories. This is another example of why presenting the bible
would be an impossible task other than God authored the bible and men presented
it. The writers were also separated by time and distance without the use of
today’s communication technology. Writing was difficult for them as today’s
printers, paper, pens, erasers, and etc. were unknown.
The Internet, is a Helpful Study Aides: Free
bible:
http://www.biblegateway.com/passageIsearch=http://www.highlandheights.net/study/study.html
The
Internet is a good source for information but has to be assessed as to its
truthfulness both pro and con as to the bible.
Bible Commentary: www.searchgodsword.org/com
is free on the Internet giving commentary on verses of the New Testament’s 27
books with many other commentaries also listed.
God is
still allowing us to discover evidence of the accuracy of the bible. One can
search the Internet for other proof including prophecies, archeology, and
secular history. I list some in parts of this writing. To search for more go to
Yahoo, Google, Lycos, and other URLs using search words such as, bible history,
prophecies, bible evidence, apologetics, evolution hoaxes, evolution lies,
History of Jesus, and etc.
Apology (apologetics) originally meant in defense of but not an excuse
for as some may think based on to days common use of the term. I have heard
some mistakenly ask why do you need to apologize for the Bible God has
continually provided new and better ways to learn of Him with the internet now
being at ones fingertips. One will also find intermingled in the searches, much
on evolution, and other anti biblical information just as one gets on
television, in personal conversations, from printed material such as National
Geographic, and etc. The choices will have to be ones own, based on which is
the more reasonable to believe.
The Internet:
The Internet has now come along
With some saying its doing wrong
Sadly it will set the gullible back
Offering the weak a porno track
Many like water are already low
The Net letting them deeper flow
But let us take the positive view
It reveals many Godly things too
The Gutenberg Printer came along
I’m sure many said print is wrong
Play Boy and etc. proves them right
But without it, a world dark as night
Religion, Rome’s way, was in states grip
Martin Luther from the grasp did slip
Luther could better the Bible define
Because print came about that time
New printed Bible gave each man a view
Telling men personally what to do
Just imagine the world without a book
Now God gives even a better look
God’s word can enter a jungle sight
Reach, mountain tops day and night
And we receive in an unbiased way
News, the biased press quelled today
God having sent the Internet along
A fast teacher of right from wrong
We must use this means God devised
To send his word, so men be advised
Composed By: Al Evans
www.Poetry-inspiration.org
I
remind again that much on the Internet can be and is outright false but most
truth can easily be separated when researched and ones biases are left out.
The
Internet now can quickly and easily provide scriptural answers to your bible
questions. God warns not to pick and choose just to prove what one already
believes and does.
John 17: 17 sanctify them through thy truth:
thy word is truth.
How we make
decisions:
I
accept the idea that a person’s decisions
are guided by their mosaic of accumulated knowledge and some of that knowledge
could be false.
Young
students through college graduates should be aware of efforts in schools to
brain wash your thought process by teaching frauds and even preventing any
mention of the bible at school. This can have a devastating effect on your
thinking and lead you into many misfortunes of life. Education in schools helps
one to get work but educating your self for living can help avoid many misfortunes.
Go to Google and search Evolution frauds. This is covered later in this writing
but would like for you to do a quick search now and compare to this writing as
to which is more believable. Two such Google headlines: 1. Evolution Fraud in
School scientific textbooks and 2.The Latest Evolution Hoax! A true factual
mosaic of ones knowledge about these frauds can save ones life plus we all want
a better life on earth and to know where we came from.
Non believers
decisions may lean toward, un-responding belief in the bible, macroevolution,
anti bible, or take an agnostic (supposedly neutral?) view based on ones past
knowledge. We all can improve our mosaic of knowledge by truly seeking (feeding
on) the truth and should not let previous beliefs and biases stand in our
pathway of learning. Learning new information could help one to accept God.
Two Wolves:
The
following is a commonly known story about the battle between good and evil over
control of our minds and actions.
One
evening a wise old Cherokee answered his grandsons question about what makes
people act like they do.
He
said, my son, the battle is between 2 wolves inside us. One wolf is evil, it is
anger, envy, jealousy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self pity, guilt,
resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego.
The
other wolf is good. It is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness,
benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion, and faith.
The
grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather which
wolf wins?
The
wise old Cherokee simply replied, the one you feed.
This
story can remind one of Gods wise advice: Phil 4:8 stated above.
This
story is especially wise as the old Cherokee uses two wolves and not a wolf and
a lamb because even the good wolf is not trainable to anywhere near perfection
so better describes people as none are perfect.
1 John 1:8 if we say that we have no sin we
deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.1 John 1:79 (in Context) 1 John 1
(Whole Chapter)
Elders as church leaders:
In my
own mosaic of knowledge God gave us a good example, in the New Testament, of
how the church is to be controlled locally and is good advice for any
organization. This, to me, shows His wisdom. He directed each church
congregation to pick their own elders instead of selecting elders (bishops) or
shepherds for all or part of all the congregations in the world. 1 Tim 3 gives
qualification of the church leaders. From the very start many Jews became
followers of Christ (Acts 2:36-41) yet many were and still are resistant to
accepting what their Messiah taught.
Problems have always occurred in human relationships and for many
reasons as history illustrates. Difficulties arise less in close net groups,
but more so in churches, government and etc. to a much greater frequency. To me
the best relationship between leaders and their subjects occurs the closer he
is to his subjects and the closer he follows the established rules i.e. the
bible in church matters.
The
United Nations actions are, far, far, removed from representing my wishes
because of the many organizational levels of its structure. They are even
further removed than our leader’s actions in Washington or our state actions.
Once an organization is established it is difficult to get rid of, whether it
is a government law, a new religious group, new catechisms and etc. The reasons
for this resistance to change are far too numerous to even attempt to cover in
this writing but survivors always exist to perpetuate most any system. What
control or effect does an individual have over a far removed leader? Was
God wise in this choice?
All
churches may have disagreements but they are handled and less overall
disruptive if handled on a local level as the bible advises. I think one would
agree it is easier and quicker to solve problems on a local level, which God
directed in selecting elders in each congregation. The Old T. Sanhedrin court
could not solve the division among the Jews where division occurred as a result
of Peters preaching. Many Jews became Christians yet many adhered to the still
existing Jewish faith. Churches split to day but there are some who will stay
or leave for non scriptural reasons so two supposedly acceptable churches are
formed.
Peters
Sermon started Christ’s Church when responders were added to it.
Acts 2:36-41 36 Therefore let all the
house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made the same Jesus, whom ye have
crucified, both Lord and Christ. 37 Now when they heard this, they were pricked
in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and
brethren, what shall we do? 38 Then Peter said unto them repent and be
baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of
sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. 39 For the promise is
unto you to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the
Lord our God shall call. 40 And with many other words did he testify and
exhort, saying, save your selves from this untoward generation. 41 Then they
that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day, there were added
unto them, about three thousand souls. The bible on baptism: You decide
remembering that the sum of Gods word is truth. Eph 4:5, John 3:5, Acts 8:
36-39, Acts 22:16, Rom 6:4-5, Col.2:12.
We all
can improve our mosaic of knowledge by truly seeking (feeding on) the bible sum
truth and should not let previous beliefs and biases stand in our pathway of
learning. Matthew 10:37, 19:9 Some say these verses contradict but one speaks
of parents the other speaks of the actions of parents. One is responsible for
their personal salvation.
My
effort has been and is to truly look at all information and decide which is
bible based truth and believable based on factual and believable information
and put it in this writing.
The
bible says, scripture quoted later, that if Moses, the prophets, and the
raising of Christ from the dead in O.T. does not convince one of Gods plan then
one cannot be convinced. This knowledge is only from the bible.
The evidence I am presenting is in hopes of
getting all to search the scriptures, now easily getting bible questions
answered on the Internet by the use of all scriptures on a subject.
Jesus was/is divine:
Knowing human nature, I do not believe Jesus could have come and changed
the world with out the real prophecies being fulfilled, the miracles performed
by himself, the miracles performed by those inspired apostles who were given
miraculous power who spread the gospel further, and the miracle of Christ’s
rising from death. This was Gods purpose for these prophecies and miracles and
they did work and will convince all who will listen.
Miracles and Prophecies purpose:
John 20:30-31 30 and many other signs truly
did Jesus in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book: 31 but these are written, that ye might
believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might
have life through his name.
As I
understand the bible the need for miracles were completed and no longer are
performed though some attempt to perform such.
Also
there was the establishment of many churches based on the inspired scriptures
surviving and thriving through the 400 years of early church persecution. The
writers were constantly under threat often put in jail, some dying as martyrs
yet they persevered which is contrary to human nature. In spite of the
persecutors all out effort Jesus still succeeded in a big way. Paul and John
wrote 10 of the N.T. books while in prison & 18 over all.
Another bit of supporting evidence was there were others who claimed to
be the Messiah but all failed yet Jesus has had the greatest impact on the
earth of any human regardless of their power. Many, of our hospitals, schools,
businesses, and etc. resulted from Jesus visit to earth.
When
understood the bible can convince one of the wisdom, reality, and truth of Gods
word. God inspired the writing of the bible and gave Christians the Holy Spirit
and the God given conscience to assist them to a much better physical earthly
life. Jesus is the door to heaven and He will lead one to a better spiritual
life in the hereafter so there is a double reward. Jesus also established His
church to assist one in being His disciples and is the doorway to heaven.
John 14:6 Jesus said to him, I am the way, the
truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father but through me.
John 10:9 I am the door: by me if any man
enter in, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture.
Romans 8:16 The Spirit itself bears witness
with our spirit, that we are the children of God:
Napoleon reportedly speaking from prison about Jesus: well, then, I will
tell you Alexander, Caesar, Charlemagne, and I myself have founded great
empires; but upon what did these creations of our genius depend, up on force?
Jesus alone founded His empire upon love, and to this very day millions will
die for Him. I think I understand something of human nature; and I tell you,
all these were men, and I am a man; none else is like Him: Jesus Christ was
more than a man.
Bible laws are Gods wise instructions for
ridding evil through Jesus and Civil Government: There seems to be much confusion based on TV
interviews. It seems every one has a different opinion, about the general laws
we operate under in the New Testament. The following discusses this, as I
understand His word.
I
understand that God saw the problem of evil and set the N.T. rules to control
evil in the world. This seems a fair and wise move on His part.
Some
will ask what would Jesus have done and should have added or ask what would He
have had civil government to do?
As
individuals or as a church congregation we cannot by Gods instructions
administer justice. In the N.T. God designates the civil government to do
justice against evil as His minister along with Him.
God’s providence is always at work. The word
providence is not found in the bible but God provides all.
God’s providence in governing:
Easton’s Bible Dictionary, The mode of God's providential government is
not explained. We only know that it is a fact that God does govern all his
creations in His way; that this government is universal. Psalm 103:17-19 17 But
the mercy of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear
him, and his righteousness unto children's children; See Prov.2:1-5
18 To such as keep his covenant and to those
that remember his commandments to do them.
19 The Lord hath prepared his throne in the
heavens; and his kingdom rules over all. God has remote control far superior to
mans ability should He desire to providentially do so.
Civil government is God ordained:
Rom 13:4 For he is the minister of God, to
thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he bearth not
the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath
upon him that doeth evil.
Death penalty:
This,
to me, means wars are justified against evil and so is the death penalty if
needed. In my mind soldiers and policemen are doing Gods work in ridding the
world of evil but if others interpret this differently then one has choices and
the Gov. recognizes the option of being a conscientious objector so far as
serving.
When
the apostle Paul appeared before Festus, he said, "If then I am a wrong-
doer, and have committed anything worthy of death, I refuse not to
die."(Acts 25:11). Paul confirms right of civil law to rule.
Pilate
inquired of Jesus, "Knowest thou not that I have power to release thee,
and have power to crucify thee?"(John 19:10) Jesus did not argue the point
with Pilate, but answered, "Thou wouldest have no power against me, except
it were given thee from above." The N.T. law was not yet in effect.
The
Decalogue (ten commandments) did not ruled out capital punishment. The
commandment said, "Thou shalt not kill."(Exodus 20:13) however, from
a further reading of the same context this commandment did forbid murder, but
it was never considered inconsistent with capital punishment. In the very next
chapter the law of God provided: "He that smiteth a man, so that he dieth,
shall surely be put to death."(Exodus 21:12) All killing is not murder
just as all sexual relations are not fornication.
Real
bible based religion for the individual, family, and the church, which is the
people, is laid out in the following scriptures, as I understand.
Matthew 22:3640 36 Master, which is the great
commandment in the law?
37 Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the
Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.
38 This is the first and great commandant. 39
And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. 40 On
these two commandments hangs all the law and the prophets.
Love
did in the O.T and does in the N.T. fulfills Gods law, says St. Paul, Roman’s
13:10; for he who has the love of God in him delights to obey the Divine
precepts, and to do all manner of kindness to men for God's sake.
On
this date in 1790 Benjamin Franklin wrote his creed on belief: "I believe
in one God, Creator of the Universe. That He governs it by his Providence. That
He ought to be worshiped. That the most acceptable Service we render to His is
doing good to his other children."
God revealed:
It
seems to me that a person having a God given spirit and conscience has a need
for God. Through out history men have recognized Gods existence through his
creations and sought him before He presents himself through knowledge and
understanding. See Romans 1:20-21 below following the poem.
This
is an easy scripture for one to believe giving just one reason out of thousands
of reasons to put ones hope in the bible. I do see and believe God through his
creations so I choose Him and am studying His word further and hope others
would do so.
Famous
scientist Sir Isaac Newton, in his famous scientific work, Principia, stated:
"The most beautiful system of the sun, planets, and comets, could only
proceed from the counsel and dominion on an intelligent and powerful
Being."
Einstein quote: The scientist’s religious feeling takes the form of a
rapturous amazement at the harmony of natural law, which reveals an
intelligence of such superiority that, compared with it, all the systematic
thinking and acting of human beings is an utterly insignificant reflection.
Albert Einstein The World as I see it. Watts and Co. Page 9.
Another Einstein quote among many similar statements: The important
thing is not to stop questioning curiosity as it has its own reason for
existing. One cannot help but be in awe when he contemplates the mysteries of
eternity, of life, of the marvelous structure of reality! (Albert Einstein,
18791955)
This
doesn’t say that Einstein believed in the God of the bible but it does show
that what the bible says about Gods creations are true of the smartest
observers to less intelligent observers. Intelligent design in the universe is
clearly evident to all.
Louis
Pasteur: A little science leads man from God, but a lot of science leads man
back to God. Pasteur was likely describing evolution as evidenced by Medical
Drs the best trained scientists versus less life science trained PHDs.
I only
quote Einstein and Newton but a list could include millions, of highly
intelligent Americans including e president has believed likewise. In my 32
year career I got to know hundreds of physicians very well over many years and
do not remember even one saying they did not believe in God, though some may
not so believe. I do know that most were church members. Their medical training
avoids evolution proposed science.
Evolutionists will tell you scientist do not believe in the bible.
Physicians are the very best scientific judges of life and evolution as most
other scientists have only bits and pieces of the knowledge about humans and
animals very complicated organs.
A
person attending church knows that many Drs attend church and it is reasonable
for me to believe they knowing the human body can better see that evolution can
not explain how the many interdependent body functions could develop separately
when not needed then suddenly start functioning together as a completely functioning
system, like the liver, pancreas, eye, ear, and brain. Maybe Drs feel more
comfortable letting God create the first male or female as described. That
scientists do not believe in God is a falsehood. We depend on Drs. for our
general health so why not trust the many for our spiritual well being by their
trusting in God as an example.
Jesus will judge all who have ever
lived:
Historically most every society in existence over time has had a belief
in a greater being, even today most including non believer’s use the term
Mother Nature which all agree is magical and beyond our full understanding. God
created nature and works through all sources including nature as well as
through people. God will use the natural law of conscience and nature to judge
the Gentiles that lived before He disclosed His directions so no one misses the
chance of heaven.
Rom. 2-14 For when the Gentiles, which have
not the law, do by nature the things contained in the law, these, having not
the law, are a law unto themselves: 15 Which show the work of the law written
in their hearts, their conscience
also bearing witness, and their thoughts the mean while accusing or else
excusing one another.
Evolutionists cannot explain the God given extra sense of conscience
that humans have. This is one sense animals do not possess.
Hands of God
Soaring and roaring raindrops,
So wild and flowing free
How could you ever know
The places you ought to be
You rinse tall, tall, mountains
Give them a, white, winter coat
Protect the towering castles
By filling the empty moats
You fill earths great oceans
Carry logs down rivers wide
Fill skies with billowing clouds
The, scorching, sun you hide
Your music played on rooftops
Produces soothing and restful sleep
Quietly tiptoeing to roofs edge
You fly down the gutter steep
You bring much joy to children
As you turn to pure white snow
So Santa and his reindeers
Can to every housetop go
With your many raindrop friends
Joined together, holding hands
You carry the laden schooners
Over the deep, wide, ocean spans
You are blood flow for the earth
The lifeline to the beauty of life
Often cooling, soothing, healing
Yet sharp as a butchers knife
Some men doubt your power
You being so flighty and frail
They have not read the book, Of Him
Who daily sets your sail
Your work, arduously, difficult
As over the earth you trod
Men get one clear answer
You are the hands of God
Composed by Al Evans
The things, God has made declares Him to the
world.
Romans 1:20-21 For since the creation of the
world His invisible attributes are clearly seen being understood by the things
that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so they are without excuse.
This
to me says that one has no excuse, whatever one may think, for not knowing the
only God. The question one must ask is what to do about it?
Why
discard this scripture since it has been proven over and over to be true? The
ancient societies created gods even before God revealed him self to them with
knowledge and understanding in presenting the 66 book library called the bible.
Books: Religious Man written:
The
ancient Greeks had an elaborate system of gods even worshiping one unknown god
to which Paul introduced them to the God of the bible.
The
Romans also, with many of their gods now used in naming the months of the year
in today’s calendars. Keep in mind there were extensive writings about these
and other gods believed to exist because they had not met the one and only God.
The names of these gods are still used today in many, many, ways but not in a
religious sense.
Paul’s statement in Acts, to the Greeks about
the unknown God:
Acts 17:23 For as I passed by, and beheld your
devotions I found an altar with this inscription, TO THE UNKNOWN GOD. Whom,
therefore ye ignorantly worship him, declare I unto you.
As
stated above the Greeks and others with gods in early times wrote thousands of
books on religions and these are being misused today as in old times. The
following quote is in reference to the people of Ephesus and Corinth about
their errors in beliefs.
Acts 19:19 many of them also, which used
curious arts, brought their books together and burned them before all men: and
they counted the price of them and found it fifty thousand pieces of silver.
It is
a shame that in our own times today all kinds of spiritualists, fortune-tellers,
palm-readers, and voodoo specialists are operating in the same manner as those
ancient sinners.
Most
of the proposed religious books written after the bible was finished tie
themselves in some way to the bible as the bibles presence was so well known
many even calling them gospels.
Some
today not knowing the truth are inferring that the bible is just some of these
many ancient books. See examples later like the books relied on in the DA Vinci
Code novel following later.
Also note the 14 books added to the inspired
scriptures at the Council of Trent in 1546 by the state church. This was more
than 1400 years, after the inspired scriptures had been written, put in book
form, and used by churches hundreds of years.
The
Islamic Koran, as I understand it, is basically based on the O.T. with some
references to the N.T., supposedly delivered by an angel to Mohammed who they
believe to be the real messiah instead of Jesus. The Koran was written about
600 years after the bible was written completed and many, many, Christian
churches were established.
Gods challenge to other gods:
God
challenged other gods to prove themselves that we have a choice of believing or
not believing their god. God with wisdom uses evidences abundantly so we like
jurors can make wise decisions.
Isaiah 41:22-23 Let them bring them forth, and
show us what shall happen: let them show the former things, what they be, that
we may consider them, and know the latter end of them; or declare us things for
to come. 23 Show the things that are to come hereafter, that we may know that
ye are gods: yea do good, or do evil, that we may be dismayed, and behold it
together.
God has given such proof of His existence that
I can’t have any doubt. I haven’t seen any evidence offered by other gods.
I am
like the societies and people of past history and have no problem recognizing
Gods existence and greatness through His creations and believing this I have so
chosen. I can with much evidence, understanding, observation, and logic have a
strong faith that God exists and is a re-warder of those who so believe and
should be so honored.
God’s Instructions but we
choose:
I
believe God would not have created and put humans in charge with out giving
clear instructions and expecting us to meet that responsibility. He gives each
a choice to accept or deny Him so this of necessity prevents Him from
programming humans like He apparently has the ants, bees, and etc. This should
answer some non-believers question of why God did not make us, like what they
think is, perfect to start with. He did make us morally perfect from the start
but we have choice’s, which may interfere. Robots or computers (ants, bees,
etc.) are not very loving or caring so how could they be like God?
I once
thought God made Paul do what he did. God only got his attention then presented
instructions and Paul followed up with actions of his own choice just as one
does today. God showed his wisdom by selecting Paul because of his education,
his dedication to his belief, and his ability to reach the gentiles.
Excerpt from the poem Life of a Bee
But
how would we like friend or kin
That maybe loved us from start to end
Yet not a love formed in their mind
Just programmed acts undefined
For full poem see www.poetry-inspirational.org/lifeofabee.htm
I believe that man is, both a physical and a
spiritual being and by scripture, such belief is necessary for faith in God. A
Gnostic belief is virtually impossible to fully define but one group believes
that man is both an outer man and an inner man. They believe what God did yet
do not give Him credit believing they are much smarter than God who created man
with a spirit and a physical body.
The Godhead:
Genesis 1:26 And God said, Let US make man in our image, after our
likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the
fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every
creeping thing that creeps upon the earth.
The
word US in this verse is referring to God the Spirit, Jesus the Spirit who also
came as a human, and The Holy Spirit, referred to in the bible as the Godhead
all existing in the very beginning. All were part of Gods plan at the creation
of the world.
We are
in the likeness of God in that we humans have a spiritual existence with a
spirit, soul, and a conscience to assist us and we must be able to recognize
this dual existence in order to believe in God. I have no problem recognizing
that man is in the leading role on earth, has a soul, spirit, and a conscience,
as the bible states. Also, like God, man fills different positions like,
Christian, husband, father, employee and etc. I say this because some seem to
disbelieve that God can exist and function as three entities. How much easier
would a spirit be able to do so than a human?
It is
so obvious to me and common sense tells me that man is different than animals,
and that there are magical unexplained things of this world around me daily.
Evolutionists do not so believe yet they have no answer as to where these human
traits come from as they apparently see man only as animal with animal
instinct’s, which are them selves magical beyond the physical state.
Eccl. 12:7 and the dust returns to the ground
it came from, and the spirit returns to God who gave it.
Dissent, mans unbelief, pride creates:
John 3:20 for every one that doeth evil hates
the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved.
Psalm 10:4 the wicked, through the pride of
his countenance, will not seek after God: God is not in all his thoughts.
Those
who do not believe in God, possibly in vain pride may feel they do not want to
yield to a higher authority. They may be doing quite well and doing what they
want to do so do not feel a need for God and don’t want to be bothered. Let
some personal tragedy happen like a crippling accident, death of a loved one,
9/11, Tsunami, or Katrina, and we all feel more comfortable in turning to God.
This is a comfort one can have only by accepting God.
Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which
passes all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ
Jesus.
Proverbs 3:24 When thou liest down, thou shalt
not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.
A
Christian can lie down at night and rest much better than possibly having their
conscience bother them and is both comforting and healthy.
One
can expect that life will likely get ones attention before one gets through
this life so please do not let the heart and conscience becomes so hardened
that one will not respond at a future time. Bad experiences, often brings one
to God but why wait. One must learn from the experiences of others because one
will not live long enough to make them all by ones self and one could die
tomorrow unprepared. Hebrews 12:6 “For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and
scourgeth every son whom he receiveth.” Since God loves us, sinners and
all, we can all expect some chastening and scourging from time to time.
The
bible is full of experiences that one can learn from. Some are examples of even
bad things happening that good can come from them like Joseph telling his
brothers who sold him into slavery.
Genesis 50:20 But as for you, ye thought evil
against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to
save much people alive. (Joseph’s statement to his brothers)
Another possible example of bad happening was why there were 400 years
of Christian church persecution so the inspired scriptures would be kept
secretly and better preserved before consolidating into the bible. The intended
evil brought about good, the opposite of what the persecutors intended.
The bible:
To me
the only extensive, clear, and believable instructions are biblia plural of
biblion (which means book of books) from which the term Bible is taken. No
other ancient literature or religion comes from any source remotely resembling
the magical completeness, wisdom, and accuracy of the bible along with many
other evidences outside the bible.
A
library is exactly what God, acting through men, left for us made up of 66
books so interconnected and synchronized that the basic (O.T.) Old Testament,
theme cannot be separated from the basic (N.T.) New Testament, theme. There is
extensive O.T. referral to the coming Messiah Jesus.
Jesus
lived under the old law, O.T. obeyed it and extensively referred back to the
O.T. himself or through the inspiration of the N.T. writers. Some say the O.T.
is Jesus concealed and the N.T. is Jesus revealed in an easily understood book
(library) presented over about 1600 years or a day and one half in Gods terms.
What
proof was ever presented by others who started the other supposed gods and
religions? Most seemingly started with a man telling people stories possibly to
soothe their God given conscience giving them a sense of comfort. This
seemingly occurs more today than earlier. Many seemingly started mainly to
collect money.
To me
the lottery, alcohol, drugs and etc. shows how easy it is to take ones money
because it makes them feel good. Feeling good followed by a big let down after
not winning or maybe a hangover after alcohol or drug use should not cost one
their money or their life.
Those
who start with a new sect like another of the 2200 existing religion are
clearly told by the scriptures that they are violating Gods word by additions
or subtractions from it. See false prophets later on pages 27, 28, and see if
any warnings apply to ones personal situations.
Rev 22:18-19, 18 For I testify unto every man
that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, If any man shall add unto
these things, God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book:
19 And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy,
God shall take away his part out of the book of life Rev 20:15, and out of the
holy city, and from the things which are written in this book.
Many
claim to follow the bible but seem confused by failing to follow it. I
cannot believe so awesome and powerful a God would leave anything less than the
bible to guide all humans in fulfilling a rewarding earthly life and in
fulfilling their duty to Him? The bible was not only presented by inspiration
but in the finishing chapter gives the above warning. The question one should
ask is am I letting others misguide me as God has warned.
It became
necessary to combine the true books of the bible as faulty writings were
creeping in to some early churches even in Paul’s day. The same thing is
happening today when men depart from bible teaching.
Some
try to make the church an entertainment center. Some make being a church member
easy so they can increase attendance possibly to collect more money and etc.
Remember there were and are today all kinds of false prophets writing their
version of what their god wanted, writing for profit, writing for notoriety,
and other reasons.
Paul’s
words about the encroachment of false doctrines: Galatians 1:67, 6. I marvel
that ye are so soon removed from Him that called you into the grace of Christ
unto another gospel.
7 which is not another; but there be some that
trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ.
Gospel and confusion:
Webster’s dictionary: the word gospel, message
concerning Christ, an infallible truth. Something promoted as infallible truth.
If you notice Paul says that false doctrines may be called gospel but are not.
Easton’s Bible Dictionary: Gospel - a
word of Anglo-Saxon origin, and meaning "God's spell", i.e., word of
God, or rather, according to others, "good spell", i.e., good news.
It is the rendering of the Greek evangelon, i.e., "good message." It
denotes.
See
examples like the books called gospels mentioned in the DA Vinci Code discussed
later. The authors are trying to make their writing sound authentic so call
them gospels.
To get
a view of how many books claiming to be gospels search the internet using
search words Gnostic Gospels and see the early efforts to duplicate the
real inspired word of God. Nag Hammadi Library discovered in December
1945 near Nag Hammadi in
Inspired books and confusion:
Some
claim the bible did not exist before the combining of the 66 books and that it
was just loosely put together from the many, many, religious books existing at
that time. Some even think it was much later when, the state church bible was
restructured by adding the 14 extra books.
The
world is very fortunate that the bible was effectively established so early in
its history that it stands beyond the reach of those who attempt to alter it.
The secrecy churches had to exercise during the 400 years of persecution was
preserving the God inspired bible (not yet combined in book, chapter, and verse)
in its true revealed form.
The message God left saying that He will
always save his word:
Mth.24: 35, Mk.l3:31, Lk.2l:33 Heaven and
earth shall pass away; but my words shall not pass away. What other ancient
book predicts its prognosis and does so to perfection. Some of the first
writings in the Bible are among the oldest known writings in existence
anywhere. Yet, year after year it maintains its position as the "best
seller" of books in the world, even in this twenty-first century. And it's
translated into more languages and dialects than any other document. There are
more copies of the Bible now in print than any other book. Should we think this
is just an accident, as many would claim, or that it proves the accuracy of
God's promise?
God
may (my thought) have used the Roman Government to preserve his inspired word
until the printing press came along. Gods word was in print and used millions
of times in the world, where false gospels have to be diligently searched
for. This state takeover did reduce the church persecution early to some
extent.
Inspired (breathed of God) books put together:
This
is easy to understand when human nature is considered and the many reasons why
people may want to create and use their own supposed gospels, books, catechisms,
and etc. These writings necessitated the need to organize only the inspired
scriptures into the bible. (Book of books)
This
sorting was not that difficult because of the early preservation by churches,
the extensive interconnections of the books to each other, the prophecies and
their fulfillment in the N.T. the O.T. referring to the coming messiah, and the
N.T. referring back to the O.T. Besides God said his word would last forever
& as stated it is the best selling book in the world. We do not understand
Gods providence only that He provides all.
The
problem was weeding out uninspired writings, which had crept into some churches
and collecting the inspired writings from the many churches. There were many
other test applied in the selections like the O.T. books had to be revealed by
a known prophet.
The
bible used today uses the same basic scriptures the early churches used since
written and by most churches today. It seems the Roman Government until 1546
did preserve and keep it alive but did miss use it and added 14 books to it.
The printing press also came at that time assisting the forward progress and
distribution of the original.
It was
very early combined as a library, which has been used by most since. The
chapters were formed and even later were broken down into verses for easier
study. Men have added to it and subtracted from it in their own belief that
they know better what God wants in direct violation of Gods directions.
The 14
extra books in the state church bible were, thought to be added in an effort to
counter the protestant restoration movement, which was occurring. Martin Luther
was excommunicated in 1521 and the printer came near the same time. The state
church had denied members from ever having a personal bible. As a church member
Bloody Mary of history had anyone with a bible killed and their bibles bathed
in their blood.
A
letter written by Bishop of Alexandria, (written in 367 AD) usually is cited as
the historical moment in which we see the question settled. He listed as the
Canon the 27 books now included in your New Testament. The O.T. was exactly as
written by the Jews from the beginning. The preservation was done in the
establishment of the churches during the lifetime of the writers of the letters
& their persecution. The selecting & combining of the letters were done
at a very early time after being written much earlier.
The
state church as I understand did not give these 14 books full canonical
recognition until A.D. between these books and the O.T. and N.T.
It is very sad that so very many people have
and are today seemingly following many large groups using bibles and catechisms
that have been altered against Gods very clear advice. Rev. 22:1819 quoted
above and below. It seems they may feel ok possibly following men and a herd
mentality.
The
bible warned of the early churches misuse of books and is a precaution now as
it was then or even more so now since today book publication and bible
alteration is so quick, easy, inexpensive, profitable, and prolific.
1600
years presenting the bible would be a very short vacation for God:
2 Peter 3:89 8 but do not forget this one
thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a
thousand years are like a day. 9 The Lord is not slack concerning His promise,
as some men count slackness but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that
any should perish, but that all shall come to repentance.
Another point is God did not present his instructions with just one
unannounced messenger, as most religions have seemingly started, but over many
of His days (thousands of years by our timer) All backed up with long term
proven history, archeology, fulfilled prophesies, scientific facts, miracles,
and many other facts in a basically simple to understand format as proof of
accuracy. He even had John the Baptist to announce Jesus coming.
The
N.T. delivery also was not an overnight delivery but through the life of the
writers. John reportedly lived to about 93 years of age and wrote John, 1 and 2
John, and Revelations the last book. Paul the writer of 13 and possibly 14
(Hebrews) of the epistles lived until about 66 A.D. so he spent about 33 years
writing and spreading the Gospel to establish many, many, churches before Nero
had him beheaded in Rome.
Most
of the other writers have been said to have died a martyr’s death but I did not
research a source to find a source that tells me this was true or false. We do
know they did suffer through their Christian lives often being jailed and lives
threatened. My source other than the bible is Easton’s Bible Dictionary gives
many scripture sources about each writer and I rely on it because of the use of
the applicable scriptures concerning most writer’s name though some history
makes some claims.
I have
found my proofs from many reliable sources including the Internet but they are
too extensive to include all in this writing. I am not saying parts of the
bible do not present some difficulty in understanding but the truly needed
guidance is so simple that it can guide anyone to an eternal spiritual life and
highly rewarding earthly life. Some questions not related to mans salvation may
not be answered by the bible as stated in scripture as follows.
Miracles were to prove Jesus:
John 20:3031 30 and many other signs truly did
Jesus in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book: 31 But these are written that ye might
believe that Jesus is the Christ the Son of God, and that believing you might
have life through his name.
Scriptural reason’s for bible miracles shows
they are no longer needed or possible by men today. Note the type of proposed
miracles done today compared to those done by Jesus & the apostles. They
seemingly are playing with ones emotions.
Church membership:
Salvation is achieved by, the following 4 scriptural steps. Just asking
or praying to be saved according to some preachers, advice will not get one
added to the church of the bible according to the bible, as I understand it.
Acts 2:41 then they that gladly received his
word were baptized:
And the same day, there were added unto them
about three thousand souls.
Acts 2:47 praising God, and having favor with
all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved,
Jews and Gentiles present.
Steps for addition to His church:
Heb 11:6 Hearing Gods word for faith,
Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it is
impossible to please Him: for he that cometh to God must believe that He is, and that He rewards them that diligently seek
him.
Acts 17:30 and the times of this ignorance God
winked at but now commands all men every where to repent:
Acts 8:37 Confessing Jesus,
37 And Philip said, If thou believe with all thine heart, thou mayest. And he
answered and said I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.
Acts 2:38 1 Pet. 3:21 Acts 22:16 Being baptized: Acts 8:38 and he commanded
the chariot to stand still: and they went down both into the water, both Philip
and the eunuch; and he baptized him. These 4 steps will get one added
to the church.
Acts 10:48 Cornelius was a good man but still
needed to be baptized
Just
being religious as the eunuch was or being very good as Cornelius was still
required them to take the necessary step of baptism. Some think God will save
you if you’re only good or religious, even with a sinners prayer.
Ephesians 4:5 One Lord, one faith, one
baptism, Romans 6:4
Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as
Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also
should walk in newness of life.
John 6:29 James 2:20-26 Continue working in
Gods service keeps one in good standing.
God
lets one start learning like an infant starts with milk (first principles)
regardless of ones age when baptized.
1 Corinthians 3:2 I have fed you with milk,
and not with meat: for hitherto ye were not able to bear it, neither yet now
are ye able.
Hebrews 5:12 For when for the time ye ought to
be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first
principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and
not of strong meat.
Jeremiahs inspiration and Universe:
There are well over 100 billion suns in our
own Milky Way Galaxy, probably trillions of other galaxies (even a recently
discovered other solar system in the universe.
On Oct
15, 1984, The first, photographic evidence of another solar system was
displayed by astronomers in
How
did Jeremiah know since in early history two different people were recorded as
being able to count only 1000 plus stars in those days?
Jeremiah 33:22 as the host of heaven cannot be
numbered and the sand of the sea cannot be measured, so I will multiply the
descendants of David my servant and the Levites who minister unto me.
We now
can partially view the universe as a fact. It has been estimated if one were to
count the suns just in our Milky Way Galaxy with estimated number of stars at
100,000,000,000(10 to 11th) at the rate of 200 per minute, it would take 1,000
years to quit counting. There are many other galaxies in the universe as we
found another in 1984 with more proof showing bible accuracy but find nothing
contradicting the bible.
Isn’t
Gods domain awesome yet the bible clearly reveals this fact, which Jeremiah
could not have known so it had to be revealed to him by inspiration as the
bible says it is inspired. Everything about God is awesome, the universe, the
earth He gave us, the bible, the structures of life, to name a few.
2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is inspired by
God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in
righteousness
2 Peter 1:21 for the prophecy came not in old
time by the will of man: but holy men of God spoke, as they were moved by the
Holy Ghost.
To get
a view of the numerous prophesies that the bible reveals and that space leaves
little room to cover, go to the Internet and look up bible prophesies and the
fulfillment of them. This would be a time consuming task to research all but do
try a few to get a feel for the massive proof God has made available to every
one.
A God
who created this universe placing the earth which He did not personally need,
as a haven for us would not logically have sent any thing less than complete
proven evidential instructions. He sent biblia, plural of biblion, i.e. bible
book of books, of instructions, which He sent through inspiration of the
writers. The books are fully authored by God through inspiration with many,
many, facts like ones listed above by Jeremiah that no writer could have known
without inspiration.
Prophecies that have been fulfilled
with many if not all backed up with proof by history, astronomy, and archeology
readily available evidence for any who seeks. Evidences are so numerous that I have to
accept them as truth. Some seem to erase these facts out of their mind but they
can’t erase them from recorded records.
Evolution: Words created after 1953 DNA
discovery, to explain DNA’s effect on life. Macroevolution & DNA reveals animals, come
from sexual reproduction from like species. This denies evolutionist claim of
all life evolving from an accidental creation of a single cell.
Microevolution recognizes the same species do
change traits like size, color, etc. and this is very evident but not changing
from one species to another species though some dominant traits can be passed
to the next generation. Microevolution does not contradict the bible as we
understand it nor contradict any known science.
Non
reproductive macroevolution claims do contradict both DNA & the bible as we
understand it and contradicts proven Science. The Genetic Code contradicts
evolution. Evolutionists do use microevolution, as Darwin did, as their proof,
but have no macroevolution evidence to present. Their efforts have been
repeated over and over to jump to, macroevolution, from microevolution.
These
efforts have proven false after examination sometimes taking years to prove
false and many were seemingly used as intended hoaxes. Darwin warned the weakness
of his theory. In 1844 some 45 years after starting his work wrote his book The
Origin of Species "The number of intermediate varieties which have
formerly existed on earth must be truly enormous”. He admitted geology
assuredly does not reveal any such finely graduated organic chain and this,
perhaps, is the most obvious and gravest objection, which can be urged against
my theory. Darwin
denies, His theory as fossils are missing.
Genesis 1 24-25 And God said, let the earth
bring forth the living creature after his kind, cattle, and creeping thing, and
beast of the earth after his kind: and it was so.
25 And God made the beast of the earth after
his kind and cattle after their kind, and every thing that creeps upon the
earth after his kind: and God saw that it was good.
My choice has to be acceptance of the bible.
The
Piltdown man claimed to be a step in macroevolution and was evolutions proof,
which took 40 years to prove it was a hoax. Think about how many innocent
people this may have led astray as it was a part of textbooks taught as fact.
Look up the hoax on the Internet and evolutionary hoaxes, which are discussed
later in this writing. National Geographic promotes some such stories. The
magazine covers a lot of truth but promotes hoaxes.
Bible bashing:
I’ve
heard a lot of comments about the contradictions in the bible and was concerned
about them but on examination found them to be statements from non believers,
of short bible statements that do seem contradictory but are taken totally out
of context but some don’t seem to want to study them to find out the truth.
These are unfounded, when the bible is fully examined and understood. Most are
quite familiar with statements often taken out of context to prove a point
especially in politics. A good example is the devil can use scripture to prove
his point.
With
2200 religious sects and catechisms in the North American continent there could
be some being miss guided. Some apparently pick the part of the bible that
agrees with what they want and disregard the total bible instructions on a
subject. This tells me that there could be errors by excluding scriptures and
or adding to their own writings and that not all of Gods instructions are being
followed. God points this out in the bible with numerous warnings. See false
prophets later in this writing.
It is
Gods intent that his church be unified in Christ including gentiles. Eph 5:4
One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism.
John 17:21 that they all may be one; as thou,
Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the
world may believe that thou hast sent me.
Ephesians 3:4 where by, when ye read, ye may
understand my knowledge in the mystery of Christ.
5 Which in other ages was not made known unto
the sons of men as, it is now revealed unto, his holy apostles and prophets by
the Spirit; 6
That the Gentiles should be fellow heirs, and the same body, and partakers of
his promise in Christ by the gospel:
How
can 2200 catechisms of instructions all be correct? The only solution to this
problem is to follow the original revealed bible. This is a question not a
judgment, as God will judge based on his word.
Ecclesiastes 12:12 and further, by these, my
son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a
weariness of the flesh.
Just
how many books and catechisms exist that are written by men on proposed
religion? This biblical warning is even truer today with the problem
being that few religious books seemingly use the full bible as their reference.
Gordon
Melton author of Encyclopedia of American Religion has donated 70,000,
supposedly religious books to The University of California Santa Barbara
library in
DA Vinci Code:
The
following URL explains DA Vinci Code novel and the man written books used as
its sources. To be called a novel it should not say that the contents are
factual which Brown does claim apparently in hope he can discredit the bible.
Because of this these lies need to be revealed lest the unaware be misdirected.
See this URL. www.scripturessay.com click
special reports in the left column of the page. Bible questions scriptural
answers also here.
The
names of the books, in case you don’t, look up DA Vinci Code. The URL above is
a better informational source and more complete than this short following
excerpt so is recommended.
Browns
DA Vinci Code seems to lean on men written books, Holy Blood, Holy Grail, The
Gnostic Gospels, Secret Guardians of the True Identity of Christ, The Goddess in
the Gospels, Woman with the Alabaster Jar, Mary Magdalene and the Holy Grail,
and The Woman’s Encyclopedia of Myths and Secrets also refers to the Gnostic
gospels of Phillip and Mary. Probably all written for profit as there were
about 40 millions of Browns DA Vinci Code novels sold in a very short time and
movie rights sold. Wow how profitable is that? To get even a better picture of
gospels written after the bible was complete and churches established search
the Internet using Gnostic gospels.
Just recently the, so claimed, Gospel of Judas has been revealed by
National Geographic for the profit of its interpretation and revelation. Is the
bible correct when advising that money is the root of much evil?
1 Tim. 6:l0 for the love of money is the root
of all evil, which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith,
and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.
You
probably are aware that some of the other books owners brought lawsuits against
Brown the author of the DA Vinci Code for using their books as the basis of
his.
In
history it is evident the old books written showed that many wanted to get in
on expressing their religious views whether it was an honest attempt to serve a
god before they identified the real God, making fun of the bible, or creating
their own religions, for profit, even calling them gospels.
I
believe one would agree a book to represent God needs all subject related bible
verses and chapters to advise others on bible religion. Book publication is a
big money making industry by misusing religion on TV programs. One needs to
question whether these people are interested in ones soul or ones money. Seems
like a reasonable question unless they use the bibles sum of the scripture on
any particular subject and don’t ask for money.
Any
religious program or book asking for money should be investigated and probably
turned away. Everyone must make their own choice but my choice is, to the best
of my ability, use the sum of Gods word. The Churches of Christ though, far
from perfect, as are made up of imperfect people does seem to make an attempt
to speak where the bible speaks and remain silent where the bible is silent.
The local elders in each congregation try to use the sum of Gods word, avoiding
unscriptural supported men written books and catechisms in directing the flock.
God
has revealed Himself over and over in the O.T. and N.T. as expecting obedience
or be subject to possible harsh consequences.
Church name:
Is The
Church of Christ the only church is sometime asked in jest? A church (any
church) is the people not the building so to judge others is sinful but when
teaching others it is every Christian’s duty to teach them the sum of Gods word
on any bible subject. Quoting Gods scriptures as I see it is not judgment by
any one but is only directions given by God himself.
The
church name could be a big step in unifying and honoring what Christ asked for
and died for.
Scriptures relating Christ’s Church:
Colossians 1:18 Paul wrote, He is the head of
the body, the church, who is the beginning, the Firstborn from the dead, that
in everything He might be preeminent.
Romans 16:16 the churches of Christ greet you.
2 Corinthians 1:1 unto the church of God
2 Corinthians 8:23 the churches’ and the glory
of Christ.
Ephesians 5:23 even as Christ is the head of
the church:
Ephesians 5:24 therefore as the church is
subject unto Christ,
Thessalonians 2:14 became followers of the
churches of God, which in Judea are in Christ Jesus:
Hebrews 12:23 to the general assembly and
church of the Firstborn.
Ephesians 1:23 which is his body, the fullness
of Him that fills all in all.
God Demands Respect:
God will not be mocked, will be sanctified, be
glorified, and be preeminent. When Nadab and Abihu, Aarons sons defied God
Moses spoke.
3 Then Moses said unto Aaron, This is it that
the Lord spoke, saying, I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me, and
before all the people I will be glorified. And Aaron held his peace. God also
dealt rather harshly with Adam, Cain, Moses, Saul, and many others.
Galatians 6: 7 be not deceived; God is not
mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.
Communion:
Acts 20:7 and upon the first day of the week,
when the disciples came together to break bread, Paul preached unto them, ready
to depart on the morrow; and continued his speech until midnight. Scriptures on
communion Acts 20:7 Cor. 11:23-32 Communion is up to the individual not subject
to other’s judging. It’s the manner of partaking and not the condition of the
partaker that is enjoined as we all are sinners.
Christ
died for the church and is memorialized with communion on the Lords day
services in the Church of Christ so seems an appropriate name for His Church.
The scriptures do use
Hebrews 5:8 Although He (Christ) was a Son He
learned obedience through what He suffered.
Since
Jesus had to be obedient would God exempt humans from being obedient to His
instructions?
Churches do Good:
Again
my choice is the sum of the bible instructions and is purely a choice and is
not in any way my judgment of others or their religions. Ones religion is ones
own responsibility hopefully backed up by appropriate scriptures and warnings.
All bible based religions do wonderful work and help improve society like
building schools, hospitals, orphan homes, businesses, bringing up moral
citizens, and etc. Let us all pray that we are following his word rather than
men and will be acceptable to Him
Let me
say that to me the state church referred to is not the present Catholic Church.
As I understand it apologized for past wrongs of the state church. All Church
members need to ask for forgiveness for we all sin and keeping his word is
clearly essential.
Luke 18:25 for it’s easier for a camel to go
through a needles eye, than for a rich man to enter into the
Philippians 2:12 Wherefore, my beloved, as ye
have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my
absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.
Mans wisdom: 1 Corinthians 3:18-20 18 do not deceive your
selves. If any one of you thinks he is wise by the standards of this age, he
should become a "fool" so that he may become wise. 19 For the wisdom
of this world is foolishness in God's sight, as it is written "He catches
the wise in their craftiness" 20 and again, "The Lord knows that the
thoughts of the wise are futile."
Ecclesiastes 12:12-14 14 be warned, my son, of
anything in addition to them. Of making many books there is no end, and much
study wearies the body. (how many books on religion?)
13 Now all has been heard; here is the
conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the
whole duty of man.
14 For God will bring every deed into
judgment, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil. How many
can be, will be, and are being misled:
False Prophets:
God cautions one to keep his
commandments.
Our purpose in posting these 23 scriptures:
Many may not have viewed these scriptures together, which seems to me to make a
very strong statement about following the scriptures. These warnings
strengthened my resolve to more closely follow the bible. With 2200 religious
sects in North American Continent, one should be cautious that they not be miss
guided.
Galatians 1:7 ... but there be some that
trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ.
Matthew 7:15 "Watch out for false
prophets. They come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious
wolves.
Matthew 24:11 and many false prophets will
appear and deceive many people.
Matthew 24:24 For false Christ’s and false
prophets will appear and perform great signs and miracles to deceive even the
elect--if that were possible.
Mark 13:22 For false Christ’s and false
prophets will appear and perform signs and miracles to deceive the elect--if
that were possible.
2 Peter 2:1 But there were also false prophets
among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will
secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the sovereign Lord who
bought them bringing swift destruction on themselves.
1 John 4:1 Dear friends, do not believe every
spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many
false prophets have gone out into the world.
2 Timothy 4:3 For the time will come when men
will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they
will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching
ears want to hear.
Matthew 15:9 But in vain they do worship me,
teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.
Mark 7:7 How be it in vain do they worship me,
teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.
Colossians 2:22 Which all are to perish with
the using; after the commandments and doctrines of men?
1 Timothy 4:1 Now the Spirit speaketh
expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving
heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils;
Hebrews 13:9 Be not carried about with divers
and strange doctrines. For it is a good thing that the heart be established
with grace; not with meats, which have not profited them that have been
occupied therein.
1 Thessalonians 5:21 Test everything. Hold on
to the good. 22 Avoid every kind of evil.
Luke 20:45-47 "Beware of the teachers of
the law. They like to walk around in flowing robes and love to be greeted in
the marketplaces and have the most important seats in the synagogues and the
places of honor at banquets.
Acts 13:9-11 "You son of the Devil, full
of every sort of trickery and villainy, enemy of all that is good, will you
never stop perverting the true ways of the Lord?
2 Peter 2:2-4 In their greed these teachers
will exploit you with stories they have made up.
1 Corinthians 15:1-3 By this gospel you are
saved, if you hold firmly to the word I preached to you. Otherwise, you have
believed in vain.
2 Corinthians 6:1-2 As God's fellow workers we
urge you not to receive God's grace in vain.
Philippians 2:3-4 Do nothing out of selfish
ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than your
selves.
Rev. 22:18, 19: "For I testify unto every
man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, If any man shall add
unto these things, God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this
book: And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this
prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the
holy city, and from the things which are written in this book."
Acts 17:11 Now the Behrens were of more noble
character than the Thessalonians, for they received the message with great
eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was
true . The radical failure in so much of what is called religion today is that
its way is from man to God. Starting with man it seeks to rise to God; and
there is no road that way. J. Arundel Chapman
Bible is sum of Gods words:
There
is a saying, usually by non believers, that the devil can quote scriptures to
prove his point and this could sound true if one just chooses selected verses
on a subject. The bible warns about this so should be guarded against.
Psalm 119:160 Thy word is true from the
beginning: and every one of thy righteous judgments endures for ever. Psalms
139:17 how precious also are thy thoughts unto me, 0God! How great is the sum
of them!
Can a math problem be solved without using all
the numbers?
If one
thinks there is a contradiction in the bible and is sincere in wanting a bible
answer go the Internet and get a complete scriptural answer to any bible
question used in context. Many supposed scriptural errors are explained with
scriptures by these URLs. One can also scroll through archived questions on the
site and see the answers to many other questions. Each can better decide with
all the verses on a subject by comparing them to verses you presently use in
your decisions. If you don’t know ask your leaders.
Answers to questions:
These
following sources have large archives of questions with scriptural answers to
many questions but one can also ask any question desired.
www.scripturessay.com
www.arcentralchurch.org/learning/ask_leon.htm
Repeating, I can’t believe that so great and powerful a Creator would
give less instructions than God reveals in the bible. What instructions do some
people seem to follow i.e. are they based on some man written book, a preachers
word, or catechism. Remember He put us in a very high position in charge of the
earth and must have had a reason for doing so. One might say He like the
Marines is trying to recruit all good human beings. He gave us a dual
existence, both physical and spiritual, which He did not give animals and He
will accept the free spirit he gave us but not our physical body.
I
could have chosen evolution having read Darwin’s Origin of Species as a basis
for choosing evolution. As I recall it was a very interesting book based on
micro evolution which does not contradict the bible. The problem is
evolutionists try to jump the wide chasm from environmental induced changes to
species changing from one species to another, which has never been proven. Any
belief of this is based only on hope.
Personal info:
I had
a mixed exposure to church as during some of my early life on a farm we did not
at times live close enough to attend regular services of a congregation that my
parents belonged to. I did attend some of the youth activities of a local
denominational church along with other friends. This did make up a part of my
mosaic of knowledge from which one makes decisions.
My
summer after high school graduation was spent selling books including bibles
for a publishing co. so learned some more scriptures. I also spent this first summer
with a student of a Christian Univ. and attended church with him during that
summer and was baptized that summer.
I
attended a university two quarters, which included bible studies. I then
transferred to a state Univ. from which I graduated with a BS in Chemistry and
a minor in Biology. I mention this because I do have a science background.
It is
pointed out that Jesus provided the means of my getting educated in four years
of sales. He brought the Bible that I sold through Southwestern Publishing
Company Nashville TN along with other books. This company has since 1868 and
still provides financial means for college financing so I am mentioning this.
Evolution:
Over
time I continued to examine evolution and other religious groups not doubting
God but curious about others beliefs and was not afraid of any knowledge. At
every turn in evolution there was a roadblock to prevent me from believing
macroevolution.
Encyclopedia Britannica. If the sequence [of the DNA code] is changed at
random, (ACCIDENTLY) the result rarely or never will be improved and often life
will be hampered or destroyed. Evolutionists
misuse & deny this known scientific fact so is contradicted by science, you decide.
Evolutionists may keep trying to believe in macroevolution and other
difficulties so their God given conscience is eased. Rom 2:13-16 about God
given conscience.
This as
stated may be contrary to their conscience and this may discomfort them leading
them to take some non-bible religion or other position based on misinformation
to ease their conscience.
John 3:20 they don’t want to see the light,
which would reveal the wrong things they do.
I have found over time the bible in every
instance guided me as necessary for my needs for a better life. Seeing a
Creator with out the Bible says to me that a Creator who makes us so superior
to animals lets me know that He would also leave instructions that were
complete and thorough. He gave early examples of morality and obedience in the
Ten Commandments, most of which are still applicable in N.T.
Christianity. Love is the heart of both the O.T and N.T. as God is love.
Bible:
God
presented his instructions in the form of what could be called a library of
sixty six books i.e. book of books bible. The first 39 books in the Old Testament
O.T. reveals the kind of God we are serving and His nature. He did not hesitate
to punish and to say what He means and means what He says. The O.T. was to
bring us to the Messiah (Jesus) that was prophesied about many times and
fulfilled with Jesus coming as was prophesied in the O.T. & fulfilled in
N.T.
2 Tim 3:16 all scripture is given by
inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for
correction, for instruction in righteousness: 17 that the man of God may be
perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works. If man is thoroughly
furnished there is no need for other writings which many are not willing to
heed so write their own creeds. Too often the objective is to use the bible to
make money. This fraud has been brought to light by dishonest TV preachers who
were put in prison.
Bible misused?
An example is on one Internet URL. They make
two claims one that would please the unaware to attract more people but is
untrue about hell (discussed later), which does exist. Another is a false claim
that a child could go to hell before reaching the age of accountability is
contrary to the bible. The following is so contrary to bible teaching as I
understand it that I believe it should be pointed out as an interpretation
error. This could be a money raising organization.
They
post a picture of a child being thrown head first into a fire saying Sorry,
kid, you weren’t a born again Christian so go to hell to be tortured. The last
item among several subject listings is we need your help In other words send us
money. This is just one of many of what I believe to be weird writings and
proposed beliefs of today and is totally contrary to the bible as I read it.
Conscience:
A few
of several scriptures about conscience and how it will be used to judge people
before God put forth his law for them which law we today are subject to.
Rom 2:1316 13 for not the hearers of the law
are just before God, but the doers (workers) of the law shall be justified.
14 For when the Gentiles, which have not the law,
do by nature the things contained in the law, these, having not the law, are
law unto themselves: Which
show the work of the law written in their hearts, their conscience also bearing witness, and their thoughts the mean while
accusing or else excusing one another; 16 in the day when God shall judge the
secrets of men by Jesus Christ according to the gospel. (The saving power of
Jesus blood flows backward so all will be judged by Him, on judgment day.)
Acts 23:1 And Paul, earnestly beholding the
council, said Men and brethren, I have lived in all good conscience before God
until this day.
Conscience is a wonderful; sense but can take one in the wrong direction
with out proper knowledge of Gods word. One may act on wrong knowledge so their
conscience is soothed, by relying on such knowledge or from lack of knowledge.
The herd mentality is not good. God does not force one to act outside of
their choices so ones salvation is ones own responsibility. Jesus only got
Paul’s attention but Paul then freely acted on knowledge. I once felt he had
been made to change in his conversion. He was given instructions just as the
bible gives one instructions today then it is up to one to act upon it.
Act on
Gods word not on what someone told you what He said. Preachers and teachers are
needed but check them out. V E Howard compared conscience to a clock being
correct only if it is coordinated with the suns time. Conscience is a proper
guide but only if coordinated with Gods word.
Acts 17:11 these were more noble than those in
Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and
searched the scriptures daily, whether those things (Paul) said were so.
This
is the wonderful thing about the Internet. One has easy access to all of the
scriptures on a specific subject so one can personally make an informed
decision. The Holy Spirit and conscience will assist one in this
regard.
Hebrews 13:18 pray for us for we trust we have
a good conscience in all things willing to live honestly.
1 Timothy 4:14 do not neglect the spiritual
gift within you,
God
made humans different from animals by installing a soul, spirit, and conscience
2 Timothy 1:7 for God did not give us a spirit
of timidity, but a spirit of love and of self discipline
John 4:24 God is a Spirit: and they that
worship him must worship him in spirit and Truth
If one
cannot see the magic of the physical world, of Mother Nature, animal behavior,
the complexity of every thing, and the massive universe around us, and etc.
then see that God exists then one cannot believe in God who is a spirit. Some
can’t believe Genesis because they apparently can’t in their mind separate the
physical world from the spiritual or supernatural creation of the world. It is
shocking to me that some few supposedly very smart men can make a robot or
other systems like rockets and control with radio waves at far distances
through brick walls, rain, unbelievable distances and etc. then doubt that God
could do something similar and far better to control his creations calling it
absurd. In my view it not only takes knowledge but wisdom, the more important
aspect of knowledge, which comes from God. The tunnel vision of evolutionists
denies their mosaic of knowledge to Gods.
God demands obedience:
God is
love but a love that is not all just honey and sugar but includes a tough love,
a spirit of power, and discipline. The Old Testament has many, many, examples
of Gods instructions being violated and the results of that disobedience. Again
God reveals what He wants and demands obedience.
Quoted
earlier: Leviticus 10:3-1 1 and Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron, took either
of them his censer, and put fire therein, and put incense thereon, and offered
strange fire before the Lord, which he commanded them not. (They were sons of
Aaron a high priest and should have known better.)
2 And there went out fire from the Lord, and
devoured them, and they died before the Lord. The lesson, follow God and not
man.
3 Then Moses said unto Aaron, This is it that
the Lord spoke, saying, I will be
sanctified in them that come nigh me, and before all the people I will be
glorified. And Aaron held his peace. Also see Acts 5:1-6
Some doubters say that if Christ was going to
return He would have already done so. Just remember in Gods time only a few
days have so far gone by.
As quoted earlier showing that God is not
slack in his promises:
2 Peter 3:8 but do not forget this one thing,
dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand
years are like a day.
Prophecies and miracles:
The only way, and God so indicates, that the
new covenant, N.T. could have been presented, accepted, and have changed the
world like it did is the fulfilled prophesies and the astounding miracles that
convinced Jesus followers to tell the world about Him even to the point of
suffering death as martyrs. The apostles and many, many other Christians
persevered over 400 years of persecution, which is contrary to human nature
without some very strong reasons. Jesus death and His rising from death was the
crowning miracle overcoming death.
The writers of the millions of books over
history all gained in some way in their writings but the writers of the
inspired bible writings gained no wealth but suffered earthly persecutions
because they knew from the miracles and rising from death proved Jesus was the
promised messiah. Paul Wrote
7 of 13 of his books while in prison as did John write in prison.
The apostles, following Him for three years
often doubted Him to some extent even after witnessing His miracles until He
came back to life and spent time with them. From then on they did not falter in
their belief and dedication to his cause. They also were later given the
baptism of Holy Spirit, which enabled them personally to perform miracles
themselves to convince others to believe the scriptures they taught.
Some
may ask why did Christ need to die? Christ’s death was necessary for different
reasons one being that a testament N.T. can only be left by the death of the
giver. Another was the O.T. prophesies had to be fulfilled to the letter to
complete Gods plan of salvation for man.
Heb 9:1617 16 for where a testament is, there
must also of necessity be the death of the testator.
17 For a testament is of force after men are
dead otherwise it is of no strength at all while the testator liveth.
I can
easily believe that Christ could not have accomplished what He did as a mere
human but for the astounding miracles.
False christs:
The lawyer in the scriptures, knowing the
scriptures, recognized this and advised the Jewish Sanhedrin Council not to do
anything against Jesus and his followers. If Jesus was not the messiah promised
in the Old Testament He would fail like the many others but if not they could
not do anything and they would be acting against Gods will. Jesus succeeded in
a dramatic way.
The
Lawyers statement: Acts 5:36 some time ago Thadeus appeared, claiming to be
somebody, and about four hundred men rallied to him. He was killed, all his
followers were dispersed, and it all came to nothing. 37 After him, Judas the
Galilean appeared in the days of the census and led a band of people in revolt.
He too was killed, and all his followers were scattered. 38 Therefore, in the
present case I advise you: Leave these men alone let them go! For if their (Jesus)
purpose or activity is of human origin, it will fail. 39 But if it is from God
you will not be able to stop these men; you will only find yourselves fighting
against God. One could say this scripture statement was overwhelmingly
proved true.
Prophesies
about Jesus had to be by inspiration: The following 30 prophecies concerning Jesus
Christ were made in the Old Testament and were fulfilled hundreds of years
later, during Jesus Christ’s life on earth. They are followed by the O.T.
verses of each prophecy then the N.T. verses of the prophecy’s fulfillment.
Note
the number of books, the connections, the inseparability and time span of
writing of these books in Gods library. Can one honestly say man alone could
have created such an accurate, awesome and miraculous library?
1. He would be born of a Virgin (Isaiah 7:14
and Matthew 1:18)
Isaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord himself shall
give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall
call his name Immanuel.
Matthew 1:18 now the birth of Jesus Christ was
on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came
together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.
2. He would be of the tribe of
Judah (Genesis 49:10 and Luke 3:23, 33)
3. Jesus would be of King David’s seed
(Jeremiah 23:5 and Luke 3:23,31).
4. He would be a prophet (Deuteronomy 18:1819
and Matthew 21:11)
5. Jesus would be born in Bethlehem (Micah 5:2
and Matthew 2:1)
6. He would teach with parables (Psalms 78:2
and Matthew 13:34)
7. He would be preceded by a messenger (Isaiah
40:3, Malachi 3:1, and Matthew 3:12)
8. He would enter Jerusalem on a colt
Zechariah 9:9 and Luke 19:3537)
9. Jesus would be betrayed by a friend (Psalms
41:9 and Mat. 26:4750)
10. He betrayed for 30 pieces of silver
(Zechariah 11:12 and Mat.26:15).
11. His disciples would forsaken Him
(Zechariah 13:7 and Mark 14:50).
12. The money would be thrown in the
temple and used to buy the potters field (Zechariah 11:13 and Matthew 27:5-7)
13. He would be accused by false
witnesses (Psalms. 35:11 and Mat 26:5960).
14. Jesus would be silent to his accusers
(Isa.53:7 and Mat.27:1214).
15. He would be beaten by his enemies
(Isa.50:6, 53:5, Mat.27:26)
16. He would be spit upon and beaten
(Isaiah 50:6 and Matthew 27:30).
17. He would be struck in the head with
a rod (Micah 5:1, Mat 27:30).
18. Jesus would be mocked (Psalms 22:78
and Mat.27:29, 31).
19. His hands and feet would be pierced
(Psa 22:16, Luke 23:33,John 20:25)
Note that this was predicted hundreds of years
before crucifixion used.
20. Men would gamble for His clothing
(Psalms 22:18 and John 19:23-24)
21. Jesus would pray for His
transgressors (Isaac 53:12 and Luke 23:34).
22. He would suffer thirst (Psalms 22:15
and John 19:28)
23 He would be buried in rich mans tomb (Isa.
53:9, Matt. 27:5760).
24. Jesus would cry, My God, My God, why
hast thou forsaken me!
( Psalms. 22:1 and Matt. 27:46 ).
25. He would be taken down in His prime
(Psa. 89:45 and 102:2324)
26. Jesus bones not to be broken (Exodus
12:46,Psalms 34:20, and John 19:3233).
27. They would look upon Him whom they had
pierced ( Zachariah 12:10 and John 19:34 )
28. He would be executed with thieves (Isaiah
53:12 and Matthew 27:38)
29. He would be offered gall and water (Psalms
69:21 and Matthew 27:34)
Another choice that is easy for me to make: It would be impossible to
coordinate these books without inspiration from God.
School Master:
The Old Testament was to bring us to Christ
and the New Testament, which completes Gods instruction and is totally
sufficient so that any addition or subtractions to the bible are unnecessary
and sinful.
Galatians 3:2425 24 Wherefore, the law was our
schoolmaster to bring us unto Christ, that we might be justified by faith. 25
But after that faith is come, we are no longer under a schoolmaster
2 Cor.3:6 who also made us adequate as
servants of a new covenant, not of the letter, but of the Spirit; for the
letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.
2 Tim.3:17 So that the man of God may be
thoroughly equipped for every good work.
Bible debased:
First I am much aware that there are a lot of
people who deny the bible other than just evolutionists for many reasons. Some
write books like the novel DA Vinci Code and thousand and thousands of other
such books mostly for money. The latest figures that I found was, 40 million of
DA Vinci Code books had been sold early .
I saw
in one supposedly quote of the author Brown saying I’m very glad that it was so
controversial. He knows how people sadly want to read about controversy and bad
news even if it is intended false information claimed by the author to be
factual included in a supposed novel.
There
have been many, many proposed religions over the centuries some of which were
blended together when a country was taken captive, by another. As mentioned
earlier the Greeks and Romans had an elaborate combination of gods for every
purpose. Most often today these religions are used to imply the insignificance
of and inaccuracy of the bible like it is just some of these religions written
books randomly put together.
Another common attack on the bible is using the different language word
interpretations from the bibles use of the word as if they are the only one
qualified to interpret what the bible says though the bible is available in
virtually ever known language in the same basic words. The debasers give you
their meaning of a word, which may have different meanings then claim the bible
is in error.
Internet contains efforts to debase the bible:
The
lawyer’s recommendation to the Jewish Sanhedrin Counsel Acts 5:32-37 should be
heeded by these bible debasers, as there is nothing they can do if the bible,
which they doubt, is for real and they possibly gain little relief of their
conscience.
The
science that some think is being held up by Christians is imaginary as God
created science and controls it. There are, likely more Christians Drs. etc.
than non Christian Drs. Christians are in agreement with Einstein in saying
don’t stop questioning curiosity as it has its own reason for existing. Christians
rejoice in increased knowledge and technology but want the knowledge to be real
and do not want the hoaxes to continue which occur often.
Most
early
Evolution Unbelievable on Internet sources: Search Google key words: evolution
hoaxes, evolution frauds, evolution myths and searching just Google may be
sufficient.
This,
is the first 10 headlines in a Google search using search words evolution fraud
out of a total of about 11,600,000 entries. Look them up and decide if true or
false. You owe it to yourself find the truth.
Evolution Fraud:
Evolution Fraud in School Science Textbooks
The Rise of the Evolution Fraud
Evolution fraud in current biology textbooks
The Latest Evolution Fraud!
Hall of Shame for Evolution Fraud and Deceit
How to get rid of evolution fraud in the classroom
Archeology Bible Proof: 2 of 277,000 sources on Google: Providing
archaeological evidence in support of the Bible. Latest, in archaeology and the
Bible.www.bib-arch.org/ Our team of experts answers
Multilinqual.www.christiananswers.net/archaeology/ www.bib-arch.org/
As you
can see all can’t be covered but examples follow: Evolutionist’s theory has proven wrong time
after time which could have guided me for years if I had followed evolution
theory and had believed the things that have proven wrong. Some school
textbooks still contain many of them as science with no mention that it is only
theory and they are still being taught in schools. As a science student I was
exposed to these frauds more than some students may have been.
For
some time I looked at the many lined up fake drawings of the supposedly
progression from ape to man which all must have seen over many years. The
series of drawings starts with stooped stances and long arms, gradually
straightening body, and shorter arms, until several drawings later taking the
appearance of a man.
This
might seem logical and real to young people but are obviously an artists
imagination with no basis for reality. The only supposed support was an
occasional bone fragment that could have been used to draw any creature the
artist desired so is null and void of any scientific proof and is an outright
deception.
The
more sincere evolutionists have about abandoned this series of pictures as
proof of evolution but the pictures are still displayed by some diehard
evolutionists. The pictures are still an influence on many, especially young,
people as proof of evolution, which is a shame because they make no disclaimer.
One has to find out for ones self.
Some
evolutionists use statements like the following which somewhat shows how little
they may know or understand about God. They say Christians worship a creator
who literally and directly created the visible universe with hands and fingers.
It is evident that they can only relate to the physical world to believe a
spirit works with human physical fingers. They imply Christians appear dumb
when it may be they who are limited in their vision. I pray for those who do
not know that God is a spirit and does not function as an ordinary physical man
other than when He often works through acts of men.
Another false story is that the Human fetus has gills as if we came from
fish and this was used in textbooks for years and still may be in some school
texts though it has been proven to be a hoax.
A
favorite claim is that there is so much similarity between many animal species
skeletons so evolutionists say one must have come from another and try
periodically try to prove such. A good example is claiming some small dinosaurs
changed into birds because their skeletons were so similar to bird’s skeletons.
Evolutionists argue this Comparative Anatomy proves their point but they are
using the design argument, which requires a creator so nullify their own
argument of accidental occurrences and support a creator.
Evolution fraud:
The
latest bird archaeoraptor liaoningenesis was a hoax as was the earlier 1661
find arohaeopteryx.htmljs. The very recent supposed discovery in China of a
dinosaur with feathers was published in Nov 1999 National Geographic Magazine
with drawings. The other 1661 hoax stood for years as macroevolutions proof
before being proven to be just a bird.
This
recent hoax is now proven as a lie because the discoverers combined skeleton
parts of both birds and dinosaurs. The fraud was detected by ultraviolet light
and CTScan. These frauds do not stand as long today like in the past because of
newer methods of fraud detection. The National Geographic magazine was not
known to retract the hoax. You can check it out on the Internet. Go to Google
search archaeoraptor bird for URLs.
The
Piltdown man, the Java man, the Nebraska man, the Orca man, the Neanderthal
man, are all proven not to be what was claimed with most being proven hoaxes
and Lucy’s frame was flawed. For years these were claimed to be evidence for
macroevolution i.e. changing all the way from one celled animals to ape to man.
Why not prove for one self by searching these names on the Internet because the
hoaxes are on the net but evolutionists cannot still make their original claims
of macroevolution in these cases.
Evolutionists record is at least six failures
and frauds and no successes. Macroevolution is lacking even one examples of any
proof.
Hittites:
One of
the favorite nonbelievers statements about the fallacy of the bible was that
the bible was in error in referring to the Hittites 11 times yet there was not
a single statement in any secular history about Hittites. In 1906, archeologist’s
excavations extensively proved Hittites existence. Now we have an extensive
archeological history of the Hittites. Men as usual believed the critics and
not the bible for years until proven wrong. Look up Hittites on the net.
Other terms that can be searched for that
proves the truths of the bible, vs. claims of bible errors.
A. Quirinus B. Josephus secular history
C. Julius Africans!! darkness at the
crucifixion of Jesus
D. Search bible and archeology
Science and the bible
As
mentioned earlier there are thousands of other sources proving bible accuracy.
Though
not intended as a science book the bible agrees with all proven science.
Remember science is found to change in numerous cases and is still not all
proven but only that men think they are. As stated earlier a test, often
misused, says a science is a fact because it hasn’t been proven wrong which
leads to the failures of what are only theories being promoted wrongfully as
fact for years.
There
is no problem in studying these theories but they should not be claimed as
absolute fact. Many nonbelievers imply that Christians have no understanding of
science and are holding back science. They themselves can only hope they are
correct by believing in unproven theory until it is discarded as often has been
the case.
It is
more reasonable for me to believe the bible with its many proofs rather than to
believe so many hoaxes, unproven misconceptions, and unproven theories that I
come across and reveal some of them in this writing. They, as stated, rely on
unproven science with only a claim that the science is true because it has not
yet been proven wrong. In the first place the claimed science doesn’t qualify
by the Scientific Method testing. This is a misused claim or test that has over
and over proven to be a false claim but with out it they have no proof of
macroevolution. The claim has allowed falsehoods to be included in school texts
as truth far too many times and much too long. Science is extremely important
to everyone especially Christians as saving and preserving lives is what we are
about.
Evolutionists, beliefs goes contrary to science as we know it. There is
no evidence that inert chemicals change into living chemicals. Granted life
exists but why it does rides only on hope. Hand sketches do not qualify as
science.
Science:
I can
see conflicts in the following science tests and know that most have to be
wrong. I could believe only the tests that prove the earth to be relatively
young which, some believe, favors the bible and outnumber the old earth tests.
They don’t agree so obviously are wrong or they are misunderstood so why take a
position on any of the following tests.
I just
accept what God says that man is not capable of knowing all nor did God reveal
everything to us except what we need. The year of beginning time is not known
by me and I won’t try to guess how many years ago the beginning started.
1 Corinthians 3:1820 let no man deceive
himself. If any man among you seems to be wise in this world, let him become a
fool, that he may be wise. 19 For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with
God. For it is written, He takes the wise in their own craftiness.
Inventor Thomas Edison said we do not know one ten millionth of one
percent about anything.
If you
want to know more search the net using young earth tests and old earth tests.
The following are scientific tests used to judge the age of the earth but which
of the 10 different answers is correct?
Uranium-Lead test <uranium-.html 4.6
billion yrs.
Potassium turning to, Argon. A few billion
yrs?
Carbon 14, dating. At least 7,000 yrs?
Salinity of the ocean increasing. 100 million
yrs?
Decay of the earth’s magnetic, field. Less
than 20,000 Yrs?
Presence of short period comets. Less than
10,000 yrs?
Interplanetary dust. Less than 100,000 yrs?
Amount of nickel in oceans. Less than 9,000
yrs?
Radiogenic Helium. Less than 175,000 yrs?
Suns radius is reducing in size. Less than 20
million yrs?
Like
God said, man is somewhat confused.
I cannot disregard, the fulfilled prophesies, archeology,
history, historical societies, Gods warnings, and the many people with
intelligent credentials. How can one instead believe the person with little to
no credentials except repeating various false comments on the bible that they
do not seemingly have knowledge of. These comments are often passed along many
times from the same kind of people who miss uses microevolution evidence to
jump to macroevolution, yet presents no evidence of macroevolution. Any
scientist who bashes the bible please look close at his credentials and often
you will find little qualification concerning development of
life.
To me
choosing God makes a much better choice because His creations are far beyond my
understanding, even though I have a BS in chemistry, and minor in Biology. As a
scientist I played a minor role in bringing to the world some life saving
products like the childhood vaccines, Polio, Red Measles, German Measles, Mumps
vaccine, the corticosteroids, the first thiazide diuretic, vitamin K TM
Mephyton and many others. I am very proud to have, even in my very minor role,
assisted in saving lives and especially protecting children from deformities
resulting from polio vaccine and German measles which are virtually eradicated
today.
I
understand science, archeology, history, astronomy, and facts, the bible
reveals that could not have been known by the writers of the bible with out
inspiration. I don’t mean to bash anyone but most of us are not nearly as smart
as we may believe we are.
God
gave information on many facts of science far earlier than man could have known
such fact. An example is Vitamin K is necessary to prevent bleeding. Vitamin K
is produced in the intestine but infants under eight days old cannot produce
Vitamin K as the stomach hasn’t become fully functional until eight days so
Gods instructions were to circumcise at eight days of age. Merck and Company
discovered vitamin K, trade name Mephyton, and now infants are given vitamin K
injections so they now can be circumcised at birth for convenience. The 0.T.
Law on circumcision was, replaced by the New Testament, so the eight day wait
is no longer required.
Genesis 17:12 And he that is eight days old
shall be circumcised among you, every man child in your generations, he that is
born in the house, or bought with money of any stranger, which is not of thy
seed.
Some
evolutionists and nonbelievers imply that Christians are backward and have no
understanding of science and are holding back science. This is as far from the
truth as they could get. Christians believe God created science and that
science is good and should be studied and used for good.
Evolutionists themselves can only hope they are correct by believing in
unproven theory. It is more reasonable for me to believe the bible with its many
proofs rather than believe hoaxes, unproven misconceptions, and unproven
theories that are being wrongly promoted. They rely on unproven science but do
not believe in real proven science with only a claim that it hasn’t yet been
proven wrong. Genetics science and that life can come from inert chemicals is
totally contradictory to science. Their proof is that trillions on trillions of
accidents happened so are we are all snugly resting on proven science?
The
bible was not written as a science book but God included many scientific facts
long before they were known, by men and men were given credit for their
discovery.
Following is a chart listing some of the scientific evidences of the
bibles divine inspiration: These facts could not have been known by the writers
of the time they were written without Gods inspiration yet they were stated far
before men confirmed their accuracy and were given credit for their discovery.
Is it
not odd & egotistical that these biblical historical scientific facts are
not taught in our history classes?
They are secretly taught in schools over the
world yet in America they do not let the bible get near school? Who do School
Boards think revealed the facts to the world first? There must be a fear that
God exists or a severe hatred of God. Schools also teach ancient history,
except for the most accurate archeological proven history in the world. To
qualify for school history books, does history have to be written by man?
The
scientific facts are too massive to print out so summary follows.
Science in
the bible discovery date bible verses
Earth is held
in place by invisible force 1650 Job 26:7
The earth is
round 15th cent. Isa 40:22
Night and day
occur same time on earth 15th cent. Luke 17:34
The early
diagnoses of leprosy 17th cent. Lev 13
Use of
quarantine for disease control 17th cent. Lev 13
the blood of
animals carry disease 17th cent. Lev 17
Water cycle
17 cent. Eccl 1:7
Oceans have
natural paths in them 1854 Psalms 8:8
Most
seaworthy ship design 30:5:3 ratio 1860 Genesis 6 is still used today.
Blood is
necessary for survival of life 19th cent Lev 17:1
Light is a
particle (has proton mass 1932 Job 38:19
Radio
astronomy (stars give off signals)1945 Job 38:7
Oceans
contain fresh water springs 1920 Job 38:16
Infinite
number of stars 1940 Genesis 15:5
Water cycle
17 cent. Eccl 1:7
Air has
weight 16 cent. Job 28:5
Light can be
split into color 1650 Job 38:24
Matter is
made up of invisible particles 20th cent Rom. 1:20
Plants use
sunlight to manufacture food 1920 Job 8:16 Heb 113
Hell: is real:
The terms used for mans understanding are in a
physical sense but are talking about a spirit?
Hell is ones only other choice though ones
earthly life may take on many courses hell is the end with out Christ. Hell is
partly explained as follows: Hell cannot be explained away as some try to do.
Jesus preached on hell often as on other subjects.
2 Corinthians 5:l0 For we must all appear
before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done
in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.
Book of Life:
Revelations 20:12 And I saw the dead, small
and great, stand before God; and the books were opened: and another book was
opened, which is the book of life: and the dead were judged out of those things
which were written in the books, according to their works. Revelation 20:1113
(in Context) Revelation 20 (Whole Chapter)
Fearing God:
God is love so fearing God is not the real
point as I see it but to fear the awesome power and warnings awaiting one who
doesn’t heed His warning. We create our own book of life so the real
responsibility lies in ones own hands.
Fear of the Lord:
Proverbs 2:1-5
1 My son, if you accept my words
and store up my commands within you,
2 turning your ear to wisdom
and applying your heart to understanding,
3 and if you call out for insight and
cry aloud for understanding,
4 and if you look for it as for silver
and search for it as for hidden treasure,
5 then you will understand the fear of
the LORD and find the knowledge of God.
God is love and is not in the business of
punishment. Punishment is in mans own hands. God gives us directions for a
better physical life and eternal life. We face choices many, many times each
day like running a stop light or driving too fast which can have severe
consequences which choice is also up to us. Does anyone deny that they have
some fear occasionally of things like this happening to them or to a loved
one? Proverbs 1:7 the fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but
fools despise wisdom and instructions. Dangerous choices are too numerous to
name but God does warn us about drinking alcohol but it’s not his choice or
preference? He gave all a free spitit.
Some might say why should a loving God also be
feared? I was fortunate to have a father and mother who loved me so much I
believe they would have laid down their life for me, and this is what some call
a tough love.
I had the freedom to do as I pleased but when
under their guidance there were consequences so in this respect I feared them.
God’s love is a tough love and the consequence’s of sin is to be feared. This
is the reason in my opinion Dr. Spocks ideas are generally abandoned as they
failed to work in child development and should be as they defy Gods
instructions.
Proverbs 13:24 He who spares the rod hates his
son, but he who loves him is careful to discipline him.
Proverbs 29:15 The rod and reproof give
wisdom: but a child left to him self brings his mother to shame.
God over time has provided evidence and the
means for us to discover far beyond Moses and the prophets and Christ rising
from the dead as stated in the following scriptures giving one less excuses for
not believing Him and shows rich man in torment.
Luke 16: 24 And he cried and said, Father
Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his
finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame.
25 But Abraham said, son, remember
that thou in thy lifetime received thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil
things: but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented.
26 And beside all this, between us and you
there is a great gulf fixed: so that they, which would pass from hence to you
cannot; neither can they pass to us that would come from thence.
27 Then he said, I pray thee therefore,
father, that thou would send him to my fathers house:
28 For I have five brethren; that he may
testify unto them, lest they also come into this place of torment.
29 Abraham saith unto him, they have Moses and
the prophets; let them hear them.
30 And he said, nay, father Abraham: but if
one went unto them from the dead, they will repent.
31 And he said unto him, If they hear not
Moses and the prophets, neither will they be persuaded, though one rose from
the dead.
The above scriptures points out that God has
supplied what one needs in order to believe his word yet He continues to supply
additional evidence to discover and means of reaching others because He wants
to get everyone’s attention and save all who wish to be saved. Man being a free
spirit, it is always his choice.
Rom 2:311 3 And think thou this, o man, that
judges them which do such things, and does the same, that thou shall escape the
judgment of God? 4 or despise thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance
and long-suffering not knowing that the goodness of God will lead thee to
repentance?
5 But after thy hardness and impenitent heart
treasures up unto thyself, wrath against the day of wrath and revelation of the
righteous judgment of God;
6 Who will render to every man according to his
deeds:
Matt. 23:33 You serpents, you brood of vipers,
how will you escape the sentence of hell?
Rev. 20:10 and the devil, who, deceived them
was thrown into the lake of fire and brimstone, where the beast and the false
prophet are also; and they will be tormented day and night forever and ever.
Matt. 25:41 41* Then He will also say to those
on His left, Depart from Me, accursed ones, into the eternal fire which has
been prepared for thee.
Personal information:
My reason would not be complete without a little
personal history so will reveal what I think are the important points.
I was born the year the depression started
& became a man just before the recovery of the stock market about 1953.
This could sound bad but we lived on a farm & had plenty thing except
money. Looking back we were much better off than most with great family love
& memories.
A motorcycle accident in high school was
probably a major reason for me to pay much more attention to the bible and I
became a Christian soon after graduating from high school. Alter passing the
accident site each school day and sometimes, analyzing details of how it
happened I still can’t believe all of the necessary factors that saved my life
were all accidental.
I was forced off of the highway by a truck and
was ejected high over the hood of the truck in front of me turning on to the
side road accessing the highway.
I cleared the truck and side road to about
forty feet distance landing in a soft ditch spread eagle ahead of my motorcycle
landing area. I slid face down apparently without tumbling or rolling in a
spread eagle position across a large yard stopping about one foot short of a
rock bridge going to the mailbox. Rolling and tumbling could have broken many
bones though I should have been unconscious after hitting the ground some how I
maintained a face down position through the long slide. The motorcycle landed
short of me and at a slant on its rear end with the dual bell exhausts filling
with dirt and spinning around staying in one spot. It could have rolled and
tumbled over me.
The front wheel of the bike had to squarely
hit a 4 inch wide and 10 inch tall concrete drain causing a slingshot effect at
the necessary speed, in the necessary direction, for me to land in the starting
end of a narrow and soft ditch completely clearing the side road and truck.
We did not wear headgear then so my head
wasn’t involved. I had finished high school football practice and going home so
was physically sound. Any variation of any of these factors would likely have
ended my life.
The concrete drain had to be high and exactly
where it was and the front wheel had to hit it squarely and stop or my
projection would have gone at lower level and right or left direction or the
front wheel would have jumped instead of stopping so I was, as needed,
projected straight forward and high missing the truck.
I suffered internal bleeding two broken ribs
from the landing, was severely skinned over my front side, and got a damaged
spleen which later enlarged over time. Over the years undiagnosed the damaged
spleen enlarged and destroyed many of my good blood cells and this lack of a
defensive immune system causing most of my several listed illnesses.
After the accident I often suffered colds. At
38 years of age I survived a case of mumps with severe complications requiring
water bathing to reduce a very high temperature. A few years later I spent 28
days in hospital with undiagnosed viral spinal meningitis, which is often
fatal, with a low temperature. Several years later I spent 24 days in hospital
with unknown viral infection with low temperature, at 58 leukemia and spleen
removal, 2 years later adeno carcinoma in left salivary gland with surgery and
radiation, 2 facial surgeries for squamous cell cancer, 5 facial surgeries for
basal cell cancer, and One nose radiation for basal cell cancer.
In spite of this I have enjoyed life to the
fullest and am over 78 years of age. This did and has given me a very good
reason for believing in God and prayer.
Some may ask why was God so rough on
you? I suffered because of my choices of riding a dangerous motorcycle
too fast but God cushioned me through every life situation allowing a wonderful
life as a reward. Four children and four grandchildren as a reward to me and a
loving wife.
Romans 8:28 And we know that God causes all
things to work together for good to those who love Him, to those who are called
according to His purpose. I may have been spared for the benefit of those
praying for me and not for anything I did.
There was good that I did not die, suffer physical
crippling effects, or continue playing a somewhat dangerous sport. I probably
learned to drive with caution in driving about 1.7 million miles, which
included a 32 year career as a traveling salesman with out an accident of any
physical concern to others or to me. got my attention possibly causing me to
accept God. I have had many, many, prayers on my behalf.
Isn’t it odd that non believers believe so
many things they can’t see like gravity, the wind, radio waves, sonar,
microwaves, atoms, neutrons, protons, and etc. because of evidence yet God
presents a greater variety and much more evidence proving that He exists yet
some wont believe Him. We have an early bible lesson in what saves us by Noah
doing what God told him what he must do. The same lesson applies today, If you
love Me you will keep my commandments.
God is like static electricity unseen but
constantly showing its self, reminding us of its presence and we recognize it.
God is constantly present in our lives but some avoid recognizing Him. The next
time you see static electricity remember its Gods handy work. If you are a
nonbeliever look for His other numerous evidences.
A Needed Step Poem
Book of Life
As we walk the earth in life each day do we
see what God has done
Or just walk by and fail to say thanks for the
shining sun
We smell the aroma of the flowers as we walk
in the morning dew
but have we gone the extra step to thank Him
who sent it through
He gives us all the joys of earth but lets us
dream far beyond
By displaying a starry night of worth we can
travel to the lands of yon
Its sad, when we can't look and see it was our
God who made it all.
He loves and seeks us friends to be pride
keeps some from playing ball
His team roster is the book of life (Rev
20:15) the obedient players, He will call
So don't fail to honor Him each day and get on
the greatest team of all
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Composed By A.L Evans cooyright
There are many examples in the bible showing
that God expects certain steps for man to take on his part to be acceptable. He
indicates one is responsible for their, own salvation not the preacher, family
member, lore, catechism, denomination, or other but the sum of Gods word. He
has made it possible for all now to easily get a complete scriptural answer
directly from His word for all to decide on.
I apologize to anyone who may have been
offended by any of this writing.
Ecclesiastes 12:12 be warned, my son, of
anything in addition to them. Of making many books there is no end, and much
study wearies the body.
I repeat this scripture to encourage one to
not let the many, many, man made weirdo books on supposed religion or books and
catechisms with an attempted religious slant or bible changes to adversely
affect your life.
Some questions one could ask is how much evidence
do I require? Have I studied the bible and looked at the massive evidences?
What benefit am I getting out of going against
God? Christians are more fully at peace, happier and healthier.
Mat 6:24 No man can serve two masters: either
he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and
despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. An agnostic (neutral
position) doesn’t actually exist.
Since I am striving to be a good person should
I take steps to be added to Christ’s Church and follow pages 19 and 20 Gods
advice? Cornelius was already a very good man but needed baptism. Read, Acts
chapter 10 about Cornelius.
My choice has to be the bible backed with
fulfilled prophecies, miracles, history, archeology, astrology, and micro-evolution
but not, man written books, false claims, theories, hoaxes and macro-evolution.
Just like everything about God his Bible is awesome. The overall bible
presentation had to be inspired by God and is proven so by evidences.
URLs for bible: answers archives &
personal questions to clear up doubts & better understand the bible
www.scripturessay.com
www.arcentralchurch.org/learning/ask_leon.htm
Coffman’s & Clarks Commentaries:
www.studylight.org/com/acc/
Free bible: http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searh
Index of
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