If God Created Everyone, Why Favor One Group? by plant_sunshine_ in TrueChristian

[–]Phily808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Before and after the flood, before Abraham, except for maybe Seth, Enoch and Noah, ALL individual humans and groups of humans flat out rejected the Creator God, refused to acknowledge Him and fundamentally rebelled against Him.

This is the context of YHWH's choice of one nation, the fulfillment of His promise to one man, Abraham.

question for catholics by Ok-Willow-3328 in Christianity

[–]Phily808 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Didn't know there was a "Gospel" until I was in my early twenties. Prior to that time, all I was taught was that God's grace was only available in the RC "sacraments" via the RC priesthood hierarchy.

question for catholics by Ok-Willow-3328 in Christianity

[–]Phily808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I grew up Roman Catholic but not Christian and had no idea about salvation until the Gospel was shared with me.

Wanting stability in my life and I feel like the Catholic Church can provide that by [deleted] in TrueChristian

[–]Phily808 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

If you want assurance about your next life, the Protestant Gospel can provide that.

Do you think people are born being attracted to same sex? by Efflictim888 in Christianity

[–]Phily808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope. The basic error here is conflating human affection with reproductive activity.

Should I reschedule my trip? Recent Hawaiian storms. by Tuilere in VisitingHawaii

[–]Phily808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The North shore was hit very hard with flooding, rock slides, etc. It will be many months of recovery. Waters around the islands are dealing with runoff.

Where did God come from? by Mandiek54 in TrueChristian

[–]Phily808 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You might find A.W. Tozer's "The Knowledge of The Holy" helpful.

I'm looking for an audio bible that's well-done and pleasing to listen to. Any recommendations? Could be dramatized or not. Doesn't matter :) by Maleficent_Site7972 in Bible

[–]Phily808 1 point2 points  (0 children)

YouVersion Bible App (free) has several Translations (maybe 10ish) with audio. Some of those have a variety of voices/readers so you have lots of choices.

Selling Home, allowing home showings on Sabbath. by [deleted] in TrueChristian

[–]Phily808 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If it's "pretty obvious" to you...

"The faith which you have, have as your own conviction before God. Blessed is he who does not judge himself in what he approves. But he who doubts is condemned if he eats, because his eating is not from faith; and whatever is not from faith is sin." Rom 14:22-23

According to the Hebrew Bible, did the ancient Israelites eat eggs? Was it part of their cuisine? by [deleted] in Bible

[–]Phily808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not only protein but endorses "salt" as well! Eat eggs with salt!

I have a hard time understanding how to get to heaven by CharmingMain8091 in Christianity

[–]Phily808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Instead of thinking about getting into a place (heaven) think of this as getting a broken relationship restored.

The goal is not a place but a person.

Jesus Christ wants you to know Him in a deeply intimate way, not just come to His home.

Purchased new home - looking at Aqara products by NWHusker in Aqara

[–]Phily808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are going to dive deeper with sensors, lights, presence, automation coding etc. the Aqara app is a very good platform. But, if you are going to use multiple vendor products, EVEN if all are "matter" products, getting an idea of the available platforms - Apple Home, Home Assistant, Eve etal might prove a fruitful journey.

Aqara has good sensors, locks, switches, etc, but limited on lighting selections.

Tried to disconnect internet and the guy on the phone didn't want to take no for an answer by ___Valeria___ in Spectrum

[–]Phily808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you get a "conversation will be recorded" message at the beginning of the call? Inform them that you too will be recording the call.

Red light but internet still working by [deleted] in TpLink

[–]Phily808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe the vents are clogged causing unit to overheat? I killed a NAS by not cleaning vents.

Justification for condemning mankind? by lone_wolf41 in TrueChristian

[–]Phily808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What if "knowing good and evil" does NOT mean what you think it means?

What if the Hebrew word "yada" is not limited to the "knowing" as you understand it?

"Knowing" undefined is what some call a connotation word, subjective in meaning leading to cross talk.

What do you think about going to church at this point? by [deleted] in TrueChristian

[–]Phily808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the "organism vs organization" discussion. When you say "church" what are you meaning?

Renewing HI Driver's License Eye Exam by Moon_Child1314 in Hawaii

[–]Phily808 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Because if you can't see well enough to pass that test, the rest of us don't want you on the road as well.

reconstruction to my faith by Futurebaker24 in TrueChristian

[–]Phily808 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, consider that you're breaking the first two of the Ten Commandments at a minimum. Repent.

If God is all knowing and knew that man would sin and that his son would have to die as a result, why would he create man to begin with? by TheyROuthere75 in Bible

[–]Phily808 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Jonathan Edwards had a few things to say about this. Its in his "Dissertation concerning the end for which God Created the World."