Acts Chapter 3 Discussion Page 2

Proverbs is a Book of wisdom in many areas of life, for both sexes. Proverbs 31 describes a godly woman. The Book of Ruth and the Book of Esther, again, women we can learn from.

Genesis 24 is a great book for those in search for a mate.

I Corinthians chapters 5 through 7: sometimes called the marriage chapters by some. It covers sexual impurity also.

I asked my son in his teens, do you want to marry a virgin, or a girl who was "experienced"?

He didn't ponder long, he said a virgin!

I'll tell the story a female teacher said once at church. It was about why God covered the woman inside with a hymen. It was a proof of virginity, but it also serves a purpose: It protects against diseases. You're not going to get STD's if you're saving yourself for marriage.

Our culture teaches the exact opposite. They try to force kids to choose gay, straight or in between in grade school. You can choose Jesus. That takes a lot of courage and inner strength.

A good marriage candidate (a man) is going to honor her choice to wait, and will protect his virgin.

That was my take on the story in Genesis 24. If only the Church would teach that. You read it and tell me what you think about it. I'm kinda old lol

Mishael

Googling that question is a rabbit path. Skip Wikipedia on that.

One of Jesus's brothers was named James. Another one named Jude, wrote the Book of Jude.

Jesus did not have an earthly dad. The Holy Spirit overshadowed Mary and she (being a Virgin: before, during and after; conceived Jesus (he called himself the Son of Man)

The Zebedee brothers, John and James, became disciples.

back up to verse 13 that's the subject of the whole thing where it says if you believe Jesus died and rose again you better believe everybody else has risen also and he will bring with him.

As a born again Christian you are flesh, you have a soul, your spirit is alive in Christ. ( a triune being.)

When your flesh body dies it is buried by family or it remains where it fell dead.

God says in Scripture that "all souls are Mine." It is in heaven.

Your spirit ascends into heaven to be with Christ, until the Rapture.

At the moment that Jesus appears in the clouds and calls up all those who are deceased, graves will open and the body will join Jesus first. The resurrection body of flesh, soul and spirit will be restored. In the twinkling of the eye.

Next those who are alive, will join Jesus in their resurrection body that will be changed instantly.

Billions of people will be with Jesus! Jesus will instantly take us to heaven to attend the wedding supper of the Bridegroom. All those who were invited to attend, who received salvation, will be at this celebration.

There will not be last minute invitations sent out. We have to accept salvation before this happens.

It's a mystery we will all be a part of: those that were born again. John chapter 3. No amount of money or tears of regret, will enable the unsaved to attend the Marriage Supper. All believers will be The Bride of Christ.

Is one last beer party or sex sin worth missing out on eternity with relatives, friends, children; who had already passed on and are awaiting us joining them?

I mean no offense or hurt, when I say that all children who died by illness, accident, murder, or abortion, will be in heaven too. There will be no sorrow or sadness: just joyful reunions. I lost a child and I'm looking forward to meeting that baby I named and had so many plans for.

There will be no more sorrow; just joy unspeakable! Everyone on earth is invited. Why not accept the invitation TODAY? John 3 will tell you how. Find the link on this website to "Become a Christian."

Mishael

Dear Melvin,

That's a good question. I personally trust what the Bible says over what men say. I'm 100% certain that we will not go to heaven until judgment day first occurs, and I'm certain that day won't come until Jesus first returns to earth, and I'm certain that the scriptures that say the dead will rise and meet him in the air is true. The Bible also refers to people who are dead as being 'asleep', and I believe that to those who die it will seem like a second and they will be meeting Jesus and awaiting Judgment. So, I believe it's untrue for people to tell others they immediately go to heaven- they often ignore all the other verses and focus on only 3 to support that theory, which are often misinterpreted. They say Jesus said in this day you will see me in paradise- but 2 things: Jesus can make exceptions for whomever he wants, and second, paradise isn't necessarily heaven, but may be the waiting place before judgment. Then they say Paul said apart from the body with the Lord, but 2 things: 1. It doesn't say it, it says Paul would "rather" be with the Lord, he didn't say in 100% of all cases if you are dead that you are automatically with the Lord. If that was true, what about people who go to hell- are they "with the Lord" too? Also people who die may not be separated from their bodies yet. And finally they say, yeah, but Elijah went to heaven. God can do whatever he wants- Moses had a talking bush- does that mean you get one? Noah built an ark- does that mean everyone has arks? Just because God gave someone extra attention doesn't mean it automatically applies to 100% of all people, all the time. It's interesting how some assume that concept applies to some verses, but not others.

When you continue to read scripture and you see verses like Daniel 12:2, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 and it's hard to not just take it literally and believe exactly what it says. I believe what God says over what any man says.

Was Matthew a solder of James

Scripture to help/inspire against temptation. I am 15 year old girl. Im a true believer and love our saviour Jesus. To help me against drug, sex, lying. Any proverbs/psalms for a teenage girl facing temptation.

Hello all,

Question: Are the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John in the New Testament written by divinity or are they simply written from recollection by the disciples from their experiences with Jesus?

Here's something I don't understand as a new christian. I was told that when I die , I'll go to heavan. But the bible says when JESUS comes back HE'LL call them from the grave first and then those who are left on earth next. How will HE call from the grave when we're already with him.

Its a sin to adopt if your a homosexual couple, your corrupting a child!

Yes it's a sin with same-sex marriage in the eyes of God but it's not a sin to adopt a child I hope this answer your question

Jesus addressed each and every question regarding marriage in this response.

"Have ye not read, that he which made them at the beginning made them MALE and FEMALE, And said, For this cause shall a man leave father and mother, and shall cleave to his wife: and they twain shall be ONE flesh? Wherefore they are no more twain, but ONE flesh." Mat 19:4-6

God made marriage and sexual union between MALE and FEMALE.

Jesus went on to say in essence that...

Marriage is ONE man and ONE woman becoming ONE flesh for ONE lifetime.

Any sexual activity outside of marriage is in rebellion to God's Design. Rebellion against God is a sin.

Is it sinfull for wometirnerrn to have same sex marriage and adopt a child?

Curious about any other scriptures calling Jesus the Prince of Life exactly. 2 or more witnesses....

Hey Andy G van den Berg,

You said, "...The word 'Repent' means a lot more than what people by nature have been conditioned to believe. It is the key principle of all the teachings of Jesus Christ and the axiom (basis) of the Word of God and a prerequisite and primary requirement for the salvation of mankind. It actually means the changing of spirits - to turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan unto God ( Acts 26:18)..."

I heard a story about repentance that, for me, is a fairly old story.

So.....In China, a Han soldier had been captured. He had come to relaize the evil of that Han Dynasty . . . and, as an act of repentance, he not only left the Han Dynasty . . . he became a soldier with this other group of freedom fighters. So, as the story is used to clarify what it is to 'Repent', there is a major transfomation that takes place in deep, heart-felt, repentance!

Another interesting word is 'Forgiveness'! When some people think of forgiving someone, it has nothing to do with becoming reconciled to a restored relationship. Yet, that is exactly what Jesus is talking about when He uses the word. In Christ, the main reason to forgive someone is to restore a broken relationship . . . hence, Reconcilement!

The Anti-Christ wants nothing more than to silence the word of God. Remember that even if that could happen, that even the stones would proclaim the truth of Gods word. Satan has no power than what is given of God. The same power He blesses His disciples with is according to the times, not unlike the times today the scripture warns us of the power that will be evident in the last days. Matthew 24:43 But know this, that if the goodman of the house had known in what watch the thief would come, he would have watched, and would not have suffered his house to be broken up.keep your lamps full of oil, watch! I say watch!

Baptism is not a requisite for Salvation. Baptism is an act of obedience to the Lord Jesus Christ.

Acts 3:19

The Word of God is God ( John 1:1) and is not of any private interpretation ( 2 Peter 1:20).

The word 'Repent' means a lot more than what people by nature have been conditioned to believe. It is the key principle of all the teachings of Jesus Christ and the axiom (basis) of the Word of God and a prerequisite and primary requirement for the salvation of mankind. It actually means the changing of spirits - to turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan unto God ( Acts 26:18).



For a better understanding and the 'spiritual truth' of what it means to repent, and learn how and by whom mankind has been deceived ( Rev. 12:9) and what people must do to be reunited with the true and living God, we invite you to seek Him according to the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive ( Matthew 7:7; John 14:17).

You need not that any man teach you ( Isaiah 54:13; 6:45; 1 John 2:27), as mankind follows after an image of a false god and a false Christ ( Matthew 24:24; Mark 13:22; Gal. 4:8; 2 Cor. 11:13-15; Rev. 12:9).

It is only by revelation of God that you will come to know the true Christ ( Daniel 12:4,9; Amos 3:7; Matthew 16:17; Luke 2:26; Romans 16:25; 1 Cor. 2:10; Gal. 1:16; Eph. 3:3,5; Rev. 1:1), and only then will you be able to overcome the spirit of this world ( 1 John 5:4; Rev. 3:21) and learn what it means to Repent. It is a narrow way that leadeth unto 'Life', and few there be that find it ( Matthew 7:14).

LUKE 15:10. LIKEWISE, I SAY UNTO YOU, THERE IS JOY IN THE PRESENCE OF THE ANGELS OF GOD OVER ONE SINNER THAT REPENTETH

Lest Satan should get an advantage of us: for we are not ignorant of his devises.

2 Corinthians 2:11

in the bible Jesus plainly states their are five step to salvation 1.hear the gospel which is the death burial and resurrection of Jesus. 2.believe the gospel. 3. repent of your sins.4. confess that Jesus Christ is the son of the living God.5. be baptized for the forgiveness of your sins.God is a forgiving God he loves us sent his son Jesus Christ to die on the cross for us . but we must obey what he tells us to do.

I know that God is the key to all thing and I am a firm believer that all things are possible through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and it's a lot of power in the mighty name of Jesus

The true church still has power through the Name Of JESUS. No man can do anything without Jesus.

It s amazing how our Lord Jesus healed a man who never walked before and all the therapy he received was a hand from Peter. Glory to the Lord!

There is power in the Name of Jesus,The holy Spirit is the Promise of conforter from a caring God ,Once we accept Christ his spirit is poured in us and his power is made evidence for all to see.The church today still has the same Power and the power of the Holy Spirit is still very much real and alive.I pray it sparks a revival in our time once again.

wrong the ones that have received the holy ghost has power through JESUS and in the name with faith, it still works I know for I was heald that way of a broken leg have the Xrays to prove it think GOD

The disciples continue the work of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, healing the sick and teaching the good news of salvation and the Kingdom of God.

Amen Trinity

I like the way you are able to explain the truth good job All Glory to God

Verse 20 needs to be read in the 20th verse Jesus tells us that he will be with us through the end of time

We have power to do the will of our Father My 28:18,19 read please