WEA: Climate Change Not Controversial Among Non-U.S. Evangelicals

GraceMan »

Thu Nov 19, 2009 7:10 am Agree: 0   Disagree: 0

It turns out the people in places like the third world are less concerned about their environment than in the States; they throw trash on the ground and pollute their rivers and air. They know about climate change because of a steady diet of propaganda from the media. But knowing about the false premise that the earth is warming due to man made factors and actually doing something about it are two different things. Those in other countries are not be so willing to change their lifestyles.

Are You Praying What God Wants You to Pray

GraceMan »

Fri Nov 13, 2009 5:50 am Agree: 0   Disagree: 0

Prayer works!

Wash. State to Bar Religious Displays Inside Capitol Buildings

GraceMan »

Wed Nov 04, 2009 6:45 am Agree: 4   Disagree: 3

I advise my fellow Christian Post readers to decline Alockslee's challenge to the existence of Jesus. Just refer him to the Wikipedia article on Jesus: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jesus; which states that there is almost universal acceptance that Jesus lived.

Senate Passes Hate Crimes Bill; Obama Expected to Sign

GraceMan »

Sat Oct 31, 2009 2:51 pm Agree: 0   Disagree: 0

Alockslee,

In response to your claim that Jesus never existed here are some quotes from the footnotes of the Wikipedia article on Jesus:

98 "The denial of Jesus' historicity has never convinced any large number of people, in or out of technical circles, nor did it in the first part of the century." Walter P. Weaver, The Historical Jesus in the Twentieth Century, 1900-1950, (Continuum International, 1999), page 71.

100 "There is almost Universal agreement that Jesus lived." Bernard L. Ramm, An Evangelical Christology: Ecumenic and Historic, (Regent College Publishing, 1993), page 19.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jesus

The Battle is Over? - Bishop Spong Exits the Debate

GraceMan »

Sat Oct 31, 2009 2:48 pm Agree: 0   Disagree: 0

Alockslee,

In response to your claim that Jesus never existed here are some quotes from the footnotes of the Wikipedia article on Jesus:

98 "The denial of Jesus' historicity has never convinced any large number of people, in or out of technical circles, nor did it in the first part of the century." Walter P. Weaver, The Historical Jesus in the Twentieth Century, 1900-1950, (Continuum International, 1999), page 71.

100 "There is almost Universal agreement that Jesus lived." Bernard L. Ramm, An Evangelical Christology: Ecumenic and Historic, (Regent College Publishing, 1993), page 19.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jesus

The Battle is Over? - Bishop Spong Exits the Debate

GraceMan »

Mon Oct 26, 2009 3:41 pm Agree: 5   Disagree: 8

Alockslee,

First, I would like to point out that the author of this list of 194 contradictions lacks intellectual honesty because most individuals who read these references in their context will see that many are not contradictions at all. I have not an opportunity to go thought each reference that is cited to determine which of them actually appear to be contradictions. And for the ones that do appear to be contradictions I expect that study and research will solve each one. And next time you want to bring up contradictions I hope you will have a better source than this one.

Now while contradictions may seem to be a big deal to you they are not such a problem to believers like myself . One contradiction does not invalidate the whole Bible. For nearly 2000 years believers have found God's word to be reliable and a source of encouragement, hope, wisdom and strength. Faith in Christ and the Bible were here long before you came along and they will still be here after you are gone. Here is a contradiction for you to consider. Go to web sites like www.compassdirect.org or www.persecution.org and read about Christians in different parts of the world who are currently being persecuted for their faith in Christ; who suffer beatings, imprisonment and death. If Christianity was just a man made religion why wouldn't they just give it up? Because it is real. And they like many others are willing to die for their faith. And since you ask for proof of God in this world, I can point out three things that show God's involvement in history: the people of Israel, the church and the Bible because these endure in spite of attempts by men to wipe them out.

It seems that the only faith that you could accept is one that will answer all your questions; one that appeals to your intellect and if has any elements that do not make sense to you then that disqualifies it. But our God's not looking for individuals like yourself for followers; he is looking for those who will put their trust in him simply based on his word that has been cherished and handled down over the centuries.

But are you sure that you should be coming here to put down our faith. Now you have gotten our attention. God's know who you are and we are able to touch you life with our prayers. I will be praying for you. You can count on it!

The Battle is Over? - Bishop Spong Exits the Debate

GraceMan »

Sun Oct 25, 2009 7:33 am Agree: 3   Disagree: 6

Hey Alockslee,

Thanks for the reference to the 194 Contradictions of the New Testament. Most of these contradictions go away when one reads them in context! I think I will develop a web page to address each of these.

You can choose to believe what you wish but for those of us who follow Christ we have found the promises in the Bible to be true and reliable. We follow a living God who honors his word.

Atheists Promote 'Good Without God' Message in Big Apple

GraceMan »

Wed Oct 21, 2009 8:37 am Agree: 7   Disagree: 7

Flagged as inappropriate. show Often I have seen unbelievers respond with profanity when I try to explain to them that they cannot be good without God in their lives. Their response seems to prove my point. hide

Landmark Study: Nearly 1 in 4 People is Muslim

GraceMan »

Wed Oct 14, 2009 7:40 am Agree: 0   Disagree: 2

tribtrooper,

You know, I went to theology school and one of the professors there said there was not going to be any millennium rule of Christ. So you over generalize; most theology schools let their graduates come to their own conclusions.

Landmark Study: Nearly 1 in 4 People is Muslim

GraceMan »

Sun Oct 11, 2009 6:14 am Agree: 2   Disagree: 4

tribtrooper,

What about 1 Thessalonians 1:10 - And to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead, even Jesus, which delivered us from the wrath to come.

And 1 Thessalonians 5:9 - For God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ

Looks like we will miss the tribulation.

Conservapedia Seeks to Eliminate 'Liberal Bias' from Bible

GraceMan »

Sat Oct 10, 2009 7:32 am Agree: 6   Disagree: 10

The Liberals are really against this project so it must be a great idea!

Landmark Study: Nearly 1 in 4 People is Muslim

GraceMan »

Sat Oct 10, 2009 7:26 am Agree: 5   Disagree: 0

"Nearly one out of every four persons in the world today is Muslim." Not for long, according to the estimates of their own leaders nearly 6 million Muslims convert to Christianity a year.

Prayerful Americans Called to 'Adopt a Liberal'

GraceMan »

Sat Oct 03, 2009 10:48 pm Agree: 6   Disagree: 5

chicago24, abhodim, aveteran,
We will pray for you guys too!

Prayerful Americans Called to 'Adopt a Liberal'

GraceMan »

Sat Oct 03, 2009 4:07 pm Agree: 4   Disagree: 2

Do not discount the power of prayer: The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. James 5:16

ORU Clears Off Over $50M in Debt; Paves Way for New President

GraceMan »

Fri Sep 25, 2009 7:45 am Agree: 0   Disagree: 0

Glory to God, another example of supernatural debt cancellation!

Carrie Prejean Electrifies Conservative Base

GraceMan »

Sun Sep 20, 2009 11:13 am Agree: 9   Disagree: 10

Brothers and sisters in Christ why should any Christian attack our sister, Carrie, whom Christ died for. She is defending and standing up to the attacks of those who abhor God and despise his ways. Some of you would not have chosen her for this role, but it was thrust upon her. Thus, we who love God and seek his righteousness should be united in our support for Carrie.

Ky. Church Ordains Registered Sex Offender

GraceMan »

Wed Sep 16, 2009 7:56 am Agree: 1   Disagree: 1

Remember brothers and sisters in Christ, the world is watching us. Jesus said we must forgive others or God with not forgive us. Can Christ living in this offender keep him from committing this crime again? Yes he can.

Paul reminds that there is no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus. We are to be forgivers, not condemners.

Survey Reveals Prevalence of Clergy Sexual Misconduct

GraceMan »

Sat Sep 12, 2009 8:44 am Agree: 4   Disagree: 0

I'm not so sure that the findings of this "survey" are true. It is possible to lie with statistics. If clergy misconduct is so prevalent then we would see more women coming forward with allegations and more clergy leaving the ministry. Yet I do agree that members of the clergy should demonstrate the highest standard of ethics and morality; to be faithful to our Lord and to their families.

Ky. Church to Ordain Registered Sex Offender

GraceMan »

Fri Sep 11, 2009 1:24 pm Agree: 0   Disagree: 4

Fortunately Slacker, you do not have a say in what this church decides to do.

Ky. Church to Ordain Registered Sex Offender

GraceMan »

Fri Sep 11, 2009 9:20 am Agree: 4   Disagree: 1

Holding things against those who have repented of their sin and changed their manner of living is not an option for those of us who have received God's grace:

For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. Matthew 6:14, 15

There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus. Romans 8:1