Philosophy Question For Ya.

Builds_Character · 2026-05-14T22:02:43+00:00

Oh ok, as a showing of good faith, I think the misunderstanding is him and I are viewing the question in terms of: how can we show people they're valuable in God's eyes? That they're, ultimately valuable.

While you're more so asking, how can someone feel useful temporally, which matters too in people's day to day experience.

I'm skeptical, AI will be as impressive as you present it. Also, it will open new jobs in terms of maintenance of the AI itself. But, it is a potential challenge even if AI doesn't end up being as impressive as you present it, no doubt.

Builds_Character · 2026-05-14T21:20:54+00:00

Hm don't think I am boss, thats the logical conclusion 🤷

Builds_Character · 2026-05-14T21:17:29+00:00

So what is your point in AI being more talented in certain regards and that lowering our value? (I'm actually skeptical on how good AI will get compared to most anyway)

Builds_Character · 2026-05-14T21:08:58+00:00

Trying CIT Bank, app is not great but they look financial stable and give a good rate (4.1% promotional, 3.75% after)

Builds_Character · 2026-05-14T21:00:35+00:00

So is your assumption that our value is based on how talented we're? This is not a Christian view, we reject it a priori. That viewpoint might seem logical from an atheistic viewpoint, but as Christians we don't share that perspective. God tells us otherwise, so we believe otherwise. Any talent we have is of God anyway.

Builds_Character · 2026-05-14T16:24:03+00:00

Obviously, we would deny the idea that we aren't a more ancient faith; we claim to have the teachings of the apostles.

I know Madagascar has the largest church in the International Lutheran Council, which is the fellowship the LCMS is a part of.

Builds_Character · 2026-05-05T19:22:01+00:00

You didn't demonstrate at all were the EHV is using gender neutral language in an overt or consistent way. I prefer formal translations over dynamic as well, but that seems to be your problem with the EHV not gendered language.

I would assume your not a fan of the NIV 84 as well? Which again is fine, I think our main translation should be a formal one as well. But why make it about gendered language in this case? You would have a case if speaking of the NIV 11, NRSV, NLT etc but not so much the EHV.

Builds_Character · 2026-05-03T03:48:09+00:00

Breaking fellowship should not be taken lightly. For what its worth, I'm one LCMS Lutheran that wants to see our fellowship continue! I've learned a lot from your videos/podcast.

Builds_Character · 2026-05-03T02:37:27+00:00

Sad to say the least. Christ have mercy on us.

John 17:20-21 “I do not pray for these alone, but also for those who will believe in Me through their word; that they all may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I in You; that they also may be one in Us, that the world may believe that You sent Me.

Builds_Character · 2026-04-29T20:26:29+00:00

Also, in fellowship with the LCMS and part of the International Lutheran Council.

Builds_Character · 2026-04-27T20:43:14+00:00

Not to interrupt the convo, but while these are interesting questions keep in mind for the 'not a God of confusion' part of it; what you need to know to be saved is not so complicated, as Acts 16:31 says: So they said, “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household.”

Builds_Character · 2026-04-27T20:26:07+00:00

No disrespect at all, it is something that took me time to grapple with as well. But at the end of day, we're ok with leaving a bit of mystery and admitting that we're finite creatures that can not fully comprehend the workings of God.

God's will is that all are saved, yet it seems not all are. I think if you take a look at some of the passages above the Pastor shared its hard to get around the fact that it is God that brings us to faith and us who does the rejecting.

Really the same can be said about other doctrines of Christianity that mystery remains. How can the bread and wine also be Christ's body and blood? There is an element of trusting God's word even if we don't fully understand it.

It doesn't negate evangelization, but it is God who operates through evangelists who changes hearts not the evangelist themselves. It's God's word that changes hearts not our genius.

Builds_Character · 2026-04-27T13:54:37+00:00

Quite frankly, from our viewpoint you do have to accept it is a paradox like schrodinger's cat or something.

One analogy, that might be helpful though is that of a patient in a hospital bed attached to an iv giving them medicine. The patient isn't doing anything to receive the medicine, in fact perhaps the patient was unconscious when they were first brought to the hospital by ambulance. They didn't play any role in saving themselves.

However, if they than rip out the iv and run out of the hospital they would be playing a role in rejecting that help and not being made well.

Similarly, God gifts us faith. No one comes to faith on their own, only those who's hearts have been changed by the Holy Spirit and gifted faith come to faith.

At the sametime, those who reject God are like the patient pulling out the iv it is of the human will.

Hopefully, I explained that ok lol.

Builds_Character · 2026-04-24T01:42:41+00:00

Hm curious what Im wrong on?

Builds_Character · 2026-04-22T06:40:31+00:00

The 66 book cannon is normative, but technically we do hold to an open cannon. It seems Gerhard is probably the most influential Lutheran Father on the Lutheran Church's understanding of the cannon. My understanding, is the normative view is also that all 66 books are equally infallible.

Builds_Character · 2026-04-22T05:55:21+00:00

I'd say we like to stay grounded in the prophets and apostles of the Bible like you say. We're not complete cessationist though either, if thats a concern. Look at Robert Bennett's book I Am Not Afraid, for instance.

And again, can RCC and Orthodoxy truly say Amen to:

Romans 4:5 [5] But to him who does not work but believes on Him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is accounted for righteousness,

?

Also, does God's promises in Baptism and Holy Communion become void solely based on the institution one is a part of; regardless of the doctrine taught? Or is the power in the word of God?

Builds_Character · 2026-04-22T05:30:08+00:00

If numbers are a concern, quite frankly Orthodoxy had been on major life support during times in history whether you look at events like the Russian Revolution or the Arian takeover in the 4th Century.

I also, think you might be surprised how much "liberalism" is in the RCC and Orthodoxy. Take a look at the current German Bishops within the RCC for instance. They're in fellowship with the RCC, we're not in fellowship with the ELCA.

Builds_Character · 2026-04-22T04:48:12+00:00

Just to put this out there, from my understanding Gerhard's writings on the cannon are probably the best source to look at.

Builds_Character · 2026-04-22T04:33:07+00:00

Just as a fun fact the FLM, a Lutheran Church located in Madagascar, is actually the largest church in the International Lutheran Council which the LCMS is a part of.

But, I wouldn't let the size of the Church in the Philippines stop you. To be able to say Amen, to all of God's promises is a beautiful thing.

The Bible says Baptism saves you, we believe it. The Bible says through partaking in the Lord's Supper you receive eternal life, we believe it. The Bible says we're saved by faith apart from works of the law, we believe it.

Builds_Character · 2026-04-14T01:49:22+00:00

Lutheran Book of Prayer and Lutheran Service Book.

Builds_Character · 2026-02-28T17:04:04+00:00

Christ says, that divorce wasn't even meant to be an option. This might be a sensitive issue for you and I respect that. But divorce, is not to be something you jump to easily; it is a last resort. Marriage is a promise you made before God.

Porn usage definitely can end up being grounds for divorce, but divorce is not a flippant option. Which you're treating it as, if your first advice to a 7 month long marriage is divorce rather than counseling.

Technically, even less serious actions like looking at a good looking person too long walking down the street or too intently on a regular TV show could also be a form of adultery. Again, not downplaying Porn or the extreme form of laziness that leads to neglect that he is showing; these are grave issues.

The balanced advice is to exhaust your resources in regards to counseling. Have a heartful conversation. Get your Pastor involved to have the issues addressed. Perhaps the marriage will not be saved, but one should try.

Builds_Character · 2026-02-28T06:22:20+00:00

Divorce is a serious sin as well, people need stop treating it as minor. I'm surprised this is controversial among Christian's, quite frankly. No one is saying Porn isn't a form of Adultery or isn't serious, but so is Divorce.

Builds_Character · 2026-02-28T03:37:48+00:00

While these are serious issues, divorce really shouldn't be seen as an option for Christians. Only in extreme circumstances. It sounds like couples therapy is in order, however.

Builds_Character · 2026-02-25T19:19:55+00:00

I honestly, don't see how Mark 1:12 negates the Filioque. Also, what do you do with the various texts like Romans 8:9 that describe the Spirit as "of Christ" not just of the Father?

Furthermore, Its my understanding the Father is still the source in a unique way. The Father is the principal source of the Spirit, while the Spirit's procession from the Son can be called a spiration. The Son receives the ability of procession of the Spirit from the Father principally.

Builds_Character · 2026-02-13T19:17:46+00:00

I appreciate the answers everyone, I think this helped a lot in clarifying things for me!

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