tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post4779407339723244132..comments2023-10-28T10:10:23.177-04:00Comments on Bible Group Online.com: Bible TalkNatashahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13274363806857564191noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-83178771630304199872011-01-11T16:54:02.149-05:002011-01-11T16:54:02.149-05:00Yup, I was just thinking the very same thing! Just...Yup, I was just thinking the very same thing! Just finished reading it too! <br /><br />BTW, Everyone, please go to the new Bible Talk link for this week to add your comments: "Bible Talk - Jan 10-16 - Matthew and Mark"<br /><br />Can't wait to continue journeying with you all!Natashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13274363806857564191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-7735450485600576632011-01-11T16:38:25.612-05:002011-01-11T16:38:25.612-05:00WOW Matthew 24!WOW Matthew 24!Davidnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-47109919711322461472011-01-11T00:36:12.550-05:002011-01-11T00:36:12.550-05:00@KellyKelly, you ask a very interesting question! ...@KellyKelly, you ask a very interesting question! <br /><br />God has chosen to reveal Himself to the world, through the Jewish people. It was prophesied, many hundreds of years before the birth of Jesus, of His coming for the Jew, but also for the Gentile.<br /><br />Isaiah 49:6 <br /><br />6 he says: <br />“It is too small a thing for you to be my servant <br /> to restore the tribes of Jacob <br /> and bring back those of Israel I have kept. <br />I will also make you a light for the Gentiles, <br /> that my salvation may reach to the ends of the earth.<br /><br />In the book of Romans Chapter 11, the Apostle Paul states that the Jew's rejection of Jesus is not permanent, it only for a while, as we Gentiles are 'grafted in'. So, we who knew God last, have become first as nations to accept the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and the Jews who knew God first, will eventually receive and believe in Jesus Christ as their true Messiah, though they initially rejected Him.<br /><br />The mercy, grace and wisdom of our Sovereign GOD is quite overwhelming and astounding to me. I think somewhere in that statement, 'So the last will be first, and the first last,' (Matt. 20:16), is a word of advice to remain humble always. The realization that responding to the call of GOD is a privilege that we do not deserve, but do through His grace and mercy...as are His rewards of salvation and eternal life.Natashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13274363806857564191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-32635438046955470372011-01-10T08:28:41.519-05:002011-01-10T08:28:41.519-05:00Hi Kelly I have always used the KJV version.
Mat ...Hi Kelly I have always used the KJV version.<br /><br />Mat 20:16 So the last shall be first, and the first last: for many be called,but few chosen. <br /><br />I think it is God showing His sovereignty in the affairs of mankind.<br /><br />Does the 'cup' in Matt 20:22 “You don’t know what you are asking,” Jesus said to them. “Can you drink the cup I am going to drink?” refer to Jesus' coming death?<br /><br /><br />I agree with you 100 percent.Davidnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-57425327218912080772011-01-09T18:43:59.232-05:002011-01-09T18:43:59.232-05:00Hi,
Can someone help me understand Matt 20:16 “So ...Hi,<br />Can someone help me understand Matt 20:16 “So the last will be first, and the first will be last.” ?<br />And....<br />Does the 'cup' in Matt 20:22 “You don’t know what you are asking,” Jesus said to them. “Can you drink the cup I am going to drink?” refer to Jesus' coming death?KellyKellynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-1830509994153931982011-01-09T11:59:45.989-05:002011-01-09T11:59:45.989-05:00Thanks Natasha! I see your points
yes,I can see ...Thanks Natasha! I see your points<br /><br /> yes,I can see it is an allegory. <br /><br />I do like that James text” by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom."<br /><br />So I think basically he was calling them ignorant.<br /> <br />You know in the KJV text it reads<br /><br />"But wisdom is justified by her children."<br /><br />So maybe they will not be ignorant forever?<br /><br />Your welcome anonymousDavidnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-82152310114977971362011-01-08T20:30:42.491-05:002011-01-08T20:30:42.491-05:00Thank you David.Thank you David.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-4238708770477366362011-01-08T01:35:23.100-05:002011-01-08T01:35:23.100-05:00In addition...I found this too re: "Wisdom is...In addition...I found this too re: "Wisdom is known by her deeds." <br /><br />James 3:13<br /><br />"13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom."Natashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13274363806857564191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-63993157451005308552011-01-08T00:49:16.761-05:002011-01-08T00:49:16.761-05:00Hey David,
Thank you for asking that question! I ...Hey David,<br /><br />Thank you for asking that question! I have often wondered that myself :-) <br /><br />“But wisdom is justified by her deeds” Matthew 11:19 (NIV)<br /><br />Prior to this statement, Jesus observes the lack of understanding of those who accused John the Baptist of having a demon and the Son of Man as being glutton and winebibber (Matt. 11:18-19). Their focus was not on the righteous, spiritual acts, but on the carnal. <br /> <br />Wisdom is proven right (justified) by her deeds...<br /><br />( Justify-a : to prove or show to be just, right, or reasonable, Merriam Webster Dictionary).<br /><br />The deeds of wisdom are synonymous with actions that are motivated by understanding and discernment. If they were walking in wisdom, they would have correctly discerned (recognized) the actions of both John the Baptist and Jesus as being righteous.<br /><br />The Old Testament allegorically personifies wisdom as a 'she' (in Proverbs). The deeds of wisdom lies in one being able to 'walk in the way of insight' (Proverbs 9:6). <br /> <br />"1 Wisdom has built her house; she has set up its seven pillars. 2 She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table. 3 She has sent out her servants, and she calls from the highest point of the city, 4 “Let all who are simple come to my house!” To those who have no sense she says, 5 “Come, eat my food and drink the wine I have mixed. 6 Leave your simple ways and you will live; <br />walk in the way of insight.” Proverbs 9:1-6<br /><br />Proverbs 17:24 "A discerning person keeps wisdom in view"<br /><br />Proverbs 14:33 "Wisdom reposes in the heart of the discerning"Natashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13274363806857564191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-60888660007930022322011-01-07T10:18:49.996-05:002011-01-07T10:18:49.996-05:00Kelly glad you are back!
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Rom 2:10 Bu...Kelly glad you are back!<br /><br />Anonymous <br /><br />Rom 2:10 But glory, honour, and peace, to every man that worketh good, to the Jew first, and also to the Gentile: <br /><br />The Jew first?<br /><br /> Luk 4:23 And he said unto them, Ye will surely say unto me this proverb, Physician, heal thyself: whatsoever we have heard done in Capernaum, do also here in thy country. <br /> <br />Luk 4:24 And he said, Verily I <br />say unto you, No prophet is accepted in his own country. <br /><br />The Jew Rejects?<br /><br />Rom 11:11 I say then, Have they stumbled that they should fall? God forbid: but rather through their fall salvation is come unto the Gentiles,for to provoke them to jealousy. <br /><br />Does this reason cover healing too?David109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-16079410186075042822011-01-07T00:41:14.729-05:002011-01-07T00:41:14.729-05:00Thank you you David, Andrew & Carole. I'm...Thank you you David, Andrew & Carole. I'm still here!KellyKellynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-28315317810618114892011-01-06T20:58:02.626-05:002011-01-06T20:58:02.626-05:00Hi KellyKelly,
The fear you are feeling is a holy ...Hi KellyKelly,<br />The fear you are feeling is a holy fear. There is so much you are discovering in such a short time that it boggles the psyche. Hang in there and see God reveal the mysteries of His Word to you in ways that will leave you filled with awe and joy.Carolenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-83510066719870589322011-01-06T18:25:53.541-05:002011-01-06T18:25:53.541-05:00In Matthew Chapter10 Jesus summons the twelve apos...In Matthew Chapter10 Jesus summons the twelve apostles, equips them spiritually to do miracles,then sends them off to the lost sheep of the house of Israel but instructs them: "Go nowhere among the Gentiles, and enter no town of the Samaritans."(v.5).<br />However, later, in Chapter 12:15-21 Jesus goes out and cures 'everyone' - Here Scripture says: "This was to fulfil what had been spoken through the prophet Issiah: " He will proclaim justice to the Gentiles...............................And in His name the Gentiles will hope.<br />I would greatly appreciate someone perspective on this.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-90376843883742113222011-01-06T09:57:28.737-05:002011-01-06T09:57:28.737-05:0019The Son of man came eating and drinking, and the...19The Son of man came eating and drinking, and they say, Behold a man gluttonous, and a winebibber, a friend of publicans and sinners. But wisdom is justified of her children. <br /><br /> Does anyone know what is meant <br />by “But wisdom is justified by her deeds”Davidnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-32449223590695455942011-01-06T00:30:40.695-05:002011-01-06T00:30:40.695-05:00Hey KellyKelly,
Don't worry. When I first be...Hey KellyKelly,<br /><br />Don't worry. When I first became a Christian I was so afraid of reading the Bible that I thought I could read the children's Bible (the one's with pictures) because it was easier to read.<br /><br />Hang in there. We are praying for everyone. Together we can do it.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05400224850288852234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-74818226541245329562011-01-06T00:20:28.656-05:002011-01-06T00:20:28.656-05:00I love this verse - Matthew 11:28-30
“Come to me,...I love this verse - Matthew 11:28-30<br /><br />“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”<br /><br />If you have a burden give it to Jesus. Also consider Luke 12:22-26<br /><br /> Then Jesus said to his disciples: “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat; or about your body, what you will wear. For life is more than food, and the body more than clothes. Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, they have no storeroom or barn; yet God feeds them. And how much more valuable you are than birds! Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life? Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest?<br /><br />If God is in control what do we have to worry about. We have to take God at His Word. Trust that He is looking out for us and that He has the best plan for our life. <br /><br />Jeremiah 29:11<br /><br />For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05400224850288852234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-45793173854288956432011-01-05T18:05:09.142-05:002011-01-05T18:05:09.142-05:00Yes Natasha..You put it together nicely!
Kelly ...Yes Natasha..You put it together nicely!<br /><br /> Kelly you are on the correct path.It takes time.<br /><br />Psa 25:14 The secret of the LORD is with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant.Davidnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-48482071755605671322011-01-05T18:04:34.908-05:002011-01-05T18:04:34.908-05:00The verse that I encountered a lot this week was f...The verse that I encountered a lot this week was from Matthew 6:33"But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." It spoke to my heart about my current situation, so I've put it up as a reminder of what God wants me to do and to encourage me as well. <br />FarahFarahnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-76307813320822263662011-01-05T13:14:07.711-05:002011-01-05T13:14:07.711-05:00Is it normal to feel fear while reading the Bible?...Is it normal to feel fear while reading the Bible? Only 5 days and 12 chapters and that's how I'm feeling. Will the fear go away?KellyKellynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-38251017475234541562011-01-05T11:54:10.550-05:002011-01-05T11:54:10.550-05:00@David- Wow, thanks! Yes, that DOES make sense. It...@David- Wow, thanks! Yes, that DOES make sense. It was the analogy I always struggled with. I couldn't make sense of the correlation of old and new in relation to verses 14-15 of Matt 9 that preceded it. Even that now makes sense, the old way of doing things vs. the new.<br /><br />Yes, I believe one day they will too. Pretty awesome, thx for the insight :-)Natashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13274363806857564191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-42653599628775787222011-01-05T06:04:51.980-05:002011-01-05T06:04:51.980-05:00Natasha
“No one sews a patch of unshrunk cloth on...Natasha<br /><br />“No one sews a patch of unshrunk cloth on an old garment, for the patch will pull away from the garment, making the tear worse”<br /><br />Israel was not ready for the new covenant?<br /><br />“No, they pour new wine into new wineskins, and both are preserved.” <br /><br />But one day they will?”Davidnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-59913113913603202802011-01-05T02:23:36.473-05:002011-01-05T02:23:36.473-05:00@KellyKelly- Great insight and perspective! It is ...@KellyKelly- Great insight and perspective! It is interesting how Jesus came to fulfill the law and not abolish it, yet He did indeed give us a new 'power' to do so. His grace, His blood and His love equips us- this indeed was new. Hmmnnn...got something to think about. Thanks! <br /><br />@Phillip- Yup, I hear you about the 'judgementalism'. His Grace still blows me away...it really does. It is comforting.Natashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13274363806857564191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-20309854627618666612011-01-05T02:18:53.626-05:002011-01-05T02:18:53.626-05:00@David-Yes, I was struck by that too...the power o...@David-Yes, I was struck by that too...the power of healing manifest by faith. I have pondered this point quite a bit. <br /><br />Re: 'The price required to be worthy'...you raise an interesting point. In Matt. 9:12, Jesus states that He came for those who are 'sick', then says in vs. 13, "For I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance." Nothing, of our own, can make us worthy. It is his mercy and grace that call us, His love and blood that redeem us. You know, I've often thought about this verse (Matt. 10:37-38). Jesus calls us to love Him above all else. Love responds to love. I think if we love Him first, then we can entrust our mother, father, son or daughter to Him and not turn away from Him when times get tough. If we love them more, then they become 'idols' which threaten our relationship with Him. Kinda' like Andrew's Talk Tuesday 'Isaac' post. God tested our hearts separately, before we were married, to see if we would relinquish our 'Isaac' (each other) to Him. 8 years later, the wisdom of God in that simple lesson is overwhelming. We have had to entrust the other to God during times of trial. Things that could cause one to become bitter and turn away, drew us closer to God and to each other. Funny how that works...Natashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13274363806857564191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-43989803250647629872011-01-05T00:33:16.981-05:002011-01-05T00:33:16.981-05:00Hi Nat,
Maybe we shouldn't mix the old with th...Hi Nat,<br />Maybe we shouldn't mix the old with the new? Jesus' ways/teachings were new. We need to start with a clean slate and an open mind?KellyKellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14630431502758416023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8659010623987445060.post-36561367133984299252011-01-04T22:03:16.800-05:002011-01-04T22:03:16.800-05:00Can anyone share their perspective on the followin...Can anyone share their perspective on the following verses: Matthew 9:16-17? I have always struggled to understand this. Jesus uses this analogy when asked by the Pharisees and John's disciples why His disciples do not fast. I understand what He is saying in verse 15 but verses 16-17 are a bit of a mystery to me. Thanks for sharing!<br /><br /> 16 “No one sews a patch of unshrunk cloth on an old garment, for the patch will pull away from the garment, making the tear worse. 17 Neither do people pour new wine into old wineskins. If they do, the skins will burst; the wine will run out and the wineskins will be ruined. No, they pour new wine into new wineskins, and both are preserved.”Natashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13274363806857564191noreply@blogger.com