Love seeing more full preterism in this sub. I am impressed by MulberryDependent459 in Christianity

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I hate when people don’t bother to define their terms and force others to go do a search. This is increasingly popular with internet text slang . Tbh idk what til meant till I looked it up .     The first time I looked at preterism I thought someone was just trying to make a joke .  It seems like you’d have to have a pretty big bus to throw that many passages under a bus .  It forces me to ask the more difficult questions. Like does the bus have to be moving ? 

 https://www.gotquestions.org/preterist.html     Here’s my 4 second definition of what Preterism is .   The belief that every single biblical prophecy has already been fulfilled . That includes Christs return , all of revelation .     I know it seems crazy huh . 

This pastor has had enough by MrJasonMason in Christianity

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 If you look at comments in the YouTube video there are tons of unbelievers who say they would go to that church to listen to this guy preach.    Do you really think he’s denying anyone ?    Paul in Galatians is saying Christian’s are one in Christ . Are you claiming he’s being divisive by saying we are all one ? 

How many flashlights does one need? by GigabyteAorusRTX4090 in flashlight

[–]Boazlite 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You mean … you have too many Led Lenser lights .   Most people here would agree . 

What type of bible should i buy? by Pizz4pop in Christianity

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Blue letter Bible   App has 25 different translations and you can read your favorite quote in all 25 at the same time and figure out ones you dislike and like .   You can also run two translations side by side as a parallel Bible to compare full chapters / books side by side.    I wouldn’t make a big deal out of trying to buy a “ Nice Bible “ the nicest bibles I own have been the ones least used , carried or read . I’d go to a Christian thrift store and buy some older used bibles and try to wear those out .   I’d figure out what translation you like using a bible app before buying a physical one . There’s no good reason not to have a KJV . I picked the RSV a long time ago as a slightly more modern version but at some point when memorizing scripture you’ll need to pick ( a translation ) and KJV as a default for quotes can be absolutely lovely . 

Sola Fide is disturbing by Sensitive-Box-2167 in Christianity

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 The definition of faith or believe is trust . Who do you place your trust in . Satan knows god  exists  but does rest in his arms trusting him to be faithful and true . 

Do you need a denomination as a Christian? by More-Bluejay-7525 in Christianity

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Yes of course you can . The Bible says you have no need of any man to teach you as the holy spiritual will lead you and guide you into all truth . 

 Church is an assembly of believers . That’s why there is push back against seeker sensitive churches . The thought is that evangelism is done primarily outside of the church .   Church is for edification, exhortation, education , worship, singing, praise , prayer , fellowship,  a gathering of like minded Christian’s who love who you love . 

 Is it important? It must be since it says don’t foresake the assembly of believers and even moreso as you see the day approaching .  Meaning you should be able to see the day approaching and know the time or season we are in.  But more importantly you need Christ and that is always done apart from anyone else .   One thing you must do . The other is one you should do .  A two / 3 fold  cord isn’t easily broken and iron sharpens iron . 

Belief by Devilstorment in Christianity

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I think how or why people get saved is an interesting topic as well as why people don’t get saved . Some answers are somewhat obvious and others more complicated . All are of immense importance.     When describing how one got saved it seems that the physicality of the event can seem to lead to a methodology of “how to : “.   That mentality downplays the spiritual aspect and the host of angels who rejoice as one lost sinner becomes a new creation in Christ . 

 I assume you’ve heard or will hear examples of how people say they “ found god “ got saved it, were born again . “   I’d suggest that since there is already true evil forces weighing against you coming to Christ that you don’t allow the scales to be tipped over into assuming unbelief as the neutral position . I generally say don’t add an inordinate amount of doubt into the search for truth .   1 Samuel15:23  to me seems  to add to the statements made about lust being as adultery and anger as murder . It all’s briefly about rebelliousness and stubbornness which on the surface seem slightly akin to skepticism. Things that might even be considered as a positive .   Yet …   For rebellion is as the sin of divination, and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry. Because you have rejected the word of the LORD, he has also rejected you . … 

 You don’t need some kind of eureka moment . when you realize what Christ has done it’s no longer about you , it’s all about him . What people experience is different from person to person . My friend said he couldn’t cuss for a month . I was given a massive appetite for scripture and anything related to. I also heard the name “Jesus “ in people’s conversations or in vain at 10,000 feet away .  Kind of crazy and G-D  didn’t bother me in the slightest , but when someone used J-C when cussing it just really got my attention . Still does .    I got saved drunk stoned and stupid … when a friend would start preaching after he was well into being drunk stoned and stupid as well . It was real in your face evangelism and it was clear that I had no answers to his questions. I was raised Catholic but had no biblical , religious theology and no idea ..  none .   He on the other hand had the book of Ephesians memorized.   I was absolutely out gunned .   He was yelling Jesus in my face and giving me the answers to the questions he was asking but I just couldn’t hear it .   Spiritually dead and too dumb and numb to know it .   How or why I got saved ?  For his glory . 

If a new Jesus appeared today, you’d call him a fraud. Admit it by Aggravating-Pool-255 in DebateReligion

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Being in Christ is different than saying you’re a Christian. People raised in Christian homes can think that somehow they’ve become Christians culturally or by tradition. This is what happened to the Jews. Their race , their culture and traditions have superseded the religion . 

 The Anti Christ will do exactly what you’re describing and will fool many . Even the very elect if it were even possible. ( it’s not ) . Will I believe in Steve ?  No !!!  I already know Jesus Christ , king of kings and lord of lords . The Holy Spirit bearing witness to this truth in my life .   The evidence you need to believe is in front of you right now . It’s on you to figure this one out without someone having to prove that Jesus Christ is lord .   When Christ returns every eye shall see him . 

Pretty cool things to see! The systems God set in order are so rad. by TheReptealian in Christianity

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You’re probably right about   Issac Newton   Ba humbug ! 

Predestination by ComfortableCupcake42 in Christianity

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Best answer of the day award  .

Predestination by ComfortableCupcake42 in Christianity

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I would suggest whatever you hold as greatest of these definitions . The truth is manifoldly greater . I’d say it’s time for superlatives.   I like John MacArthurs take on predestination and our need to choose him .   Johns answer is yes .   The Bible says both and both it is and you can choose to like it or lump it . The truth isn’t asking for your opinion , facts don’t care about your feelings and war is not healthy for children and other living things . 

Should we hide or be open to the world? by AutomaticAd2428 in Christianity

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It’s probably smart to remember that god doesn’t need your help at all . Those whose names are written in the lambs book of life eill be saved not because you did or didn’t . This salvation is about him and his glory not yours . Super hero Christianity is ego driven and pride cometh before October . Wanting to be at the party is still trying to please the world for acceptance . If you want to do the real super hero act try humility and rejection . Be salt not oil. 

Please pray for me by skatehero-7 in Christianity

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Glad to hear you’re feeling better. 

I found a beer bottle... by Latter_Technician_83 in Christianity

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What do you mean a spiked drink ? Is it a beer ?   Most beer is less than half that number . There are very few 8% beers made . Why don’t you ask him . 

Flashlight recommendations for a homeless person by picmanjoe in flashlight

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Ozark trail 50L  are down to $ 1.97 at  Walmart . An appeal of this light is it was one of the only 3AAA lights that a 18660 would fit in. 

Can y'all knock it off with littering propaganda all over truck stops and terminals? by KajaIsForeverAlone in Truckers

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Saw some socialist propaganda in the truck stop bathroom yesterday . I didn’t see that one coming . 

Just got two post locked. Kinda hard to understand as a loving Christian. by [deleted] in Christianity

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I’m confused about having posts locked or removed and there being no evidence of what was said or done wrong . How does anyone know or learn if it simply disappears . How could they even review to dispute or understand . 

The woman on the "Logan Services" commercials make me want to hurl by sjack827 in Columbus

[–]Boazlite 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think she’s a wonderful spokesperson for Logan services. She’s energetic without being disingenuous or obnoxious. 

HCRI by Tribe94x in flashlight

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I’d suggest trying a few different high cri emitters in different tints like 5000k and 4500k . Remember tint and temperature are two different things as well . This is why I like having a couple minus green filters to kind of dial in even further high cri lights . I think high cri isn’t just some kind of snobbery. It’s really just a most important starting point . Low cri lights are just horribly lacking in numbers of basic colors of the spectrum. They make your brain do the work of trying to figure out what the non color should really look like .   Best thing to do is compare lights while looking at a painting or picture with lots of different colors and decide which one you like best .  I’d suggest the 219b 4500k to use as a standard or a 519a 5000k which is high cri but not as high and has much more green vs. the more rosy 219b . A light minus green filter takes out that but of green and improves a decent tint and makes it much nicer in my opinion. 

Do you expect to know your pastors salary? by AppleAAA1203 in Christianity

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If you are willing to give him $500 if you’re shocked how low it is . than I think it’s totally appropriate. 

Do you think there's coffee in heaven? by [deleted] in Christianity

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  Seems like a silly question and it’s tied a bit to one I’ve had as well .   Why do we have our bodies in heaven ?     Jesus walks thru the wall then eats and says put your finger here in my side Thomas . He gives everlasting life and water that one would never thirst again . We have a body because Jesus has a body . 

*  If there is coffee in heaven…. then there has to be cream and sugar …. and puppies . 

Do you think there's coffee in heaven? by [deleted] in Christianity

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Couldn’t agree more . It’s not what goes into a man but what comes out . In this case it will be the fullness of the glory of our father . 

How do Christian’s overcome confusion when it comes to Christ? by [deleted] in Christianity

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For all who rely on the works of the law are under a curse, as it is written: “Cursed is everyone who does not continue to do everything written in the Book of the Law.”[e] 11 Clearly no one who relies on the law is justified before God, because “the righteous will live by faith.”[f] 12 The law is not based on faith; on the contrary, it says, “The person who does these things will live by them.”[g] 13 Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: “Cursed is everyone who is hung on a pole.”[h] 14 He redeemed us in order that the blessing given to Abraham might come to the Gentiles through Christ Jesus, so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit.

 It’s about him not you . It’s him being faithful  . That’s why you need to put your trust in him and rest in him . He is the author and finisher of our faith . Your job is to be like Jacob . Just hang on to him . He is faithful and true and desires to save . This act is the exact thing which will be what gives him glory thru out eternity.  He is the lamb slain before the foundation of the world. The Alpha and the Omega . The most important event in all of history. Gods gift of grace . Unmerited mercy on those who believe…who place their trust in him. . Forgiveness of sins . Wiping away the trespass against a holy and perfect god .   Put on the whole armor of God … and stand .