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  1. stephenbooth

    are there dangers in liberlism/universalism?

    Thanks, Much to consider. That list seems to be relatable, I think we can subcategories. I'm on mobile, hard to type, I would like to reply to this after and explore list. Thanks
  2. stephenbooth

    are there dangers in liberlism/universalism?

    By liberalism I'm speaking of theological liberalism, The concern would be in aspects that may oppose the Gospels, sound doctrine, for example to put forth the notion that Jesus was only a man with a positive social justice message to share and what the Gospels record isn't important. A...
  3. stephenbooth

    are there dangers in liberlism/universalism?

    deleted, tech issues with copy and paste. ----- i think these verses address the truth of the relativity of Christs words , the Gospel message, for all. i think they address the issue of the relativity in relation to inter-faith issues. --- John 5:21-24 John 12:44-50 Mark 1:15 John...
  4. stephenbooth

    are there dangers in liberlism/universalism?

    interesting points. i too feel it is in Love and hope that we should strive to share the Gospel message in. it is interesting when tolerance , inclusiveness and equality being spoken of loudly ,seems also to invole a selective special interests as which to be 'inclusive' and a stereotyping of...
  5. stephenbooth

    are there dangers in liberlism/universalism?

    are there hidden dangers in liberalism/universalism theology? is there double standards? if God and neighbour are held in Love by any faith group, does that coincide with the Gospel message? would evangelism in such a situation reveal ourselves as intolerant ,bias, and unloving?
  6. stephenbooth

    grace

    i recently have read some of Romans and Pauls writings on grace. i have some questions. a)what does the word grace mean to you? b)is faith only a response to grace? in that, grace came first, without the grace , we could have no faith? c)in Romans is Paul expressing that we are justified by...
  7. stephenbooth

    Frustrated with God

    1 “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2 He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes[a] so that it will be even more fruitful. (John 15:1-2) when i reflect on this verse, i consider the fruit is pruned so it will...
  8. stephenbooth

    miracles of Jesus

    Jesus performed many miracles. what miracles would you note? what comments do you have about them? is there any miracles that you are aware of that seemed to be overlooked at times ? (to mean not as commonly spoken of)
  9. stephenbooth

    What did the blood of Jesus accomplish for us?

    here is a thread started on a another site. this is the opening to the thread that a user made, not my writing: What Did The Blood Of Jesus Accomplish For Us ? Posted on: 10/10/2011 09:31 Without the...
  10. stephenbooth

    Jesus and Michael

    Hentenza wrote: Jesus is not Michael and Michael is not Jesus. Hentenza, I dont believe that is what k4c is expressing. or maybe it is... i dunno, ..i dont think so.....lets let k4c elaborate.
  11. stephenbooth

    Jesus and Michael

    nice....., he is the true vine...
  12. stephenbooth

    blasphemy...what is it?

    ************************************************************************************************* 16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.(John 3:16)
  13. stephenbooth

    blasphemy...what is it?

    John 3 New International Version (NIV) John 3 Jesus Teaches Nicodemus 1 Now there was a Pharisee, a man named Nicodemus who was a member of the Jewish ruling council. 2 He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has come from God. For no one...
  14. stephenbooth

    blasphemy...what is it?

    I ponder this and how it can relate to this thread. Romans 2 New International Version (NIV) Romans 2 God’s Righteous Judgment 1 You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on someone else, for at whatever point you judge another, you are condemning yourself...
  15. stephenbooth

    blasphemy...what is it?

    wow...much to consider.... this certainly covers much.... thanks
  16. stephenbooth

    blasphemy...what is it?

    thanks omni. New International Version (©1984) For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander.New Living Translation (©2007) For from the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, all sexual immorality, theft, lying, and slander...
  17. stephenbooth

    blasphemy...what is it?

    [i am not very familiar with Pauls writings and i have not read Samuel] thanks for the verses firenwater i will explore the the chapters in which they are from. to all, It seems blasphemy can mean a few things? seemingly , at this point im pondering, much has a lot to do with knowingly and...
  18. stephenbooth

    blasphemy...what is it?

    phoenix, i appreciate your link but i rather have insights from my brothers and sisters. and all, i would also appreciate other scriptural references which may give insight on this issue...(blasphemy, in general...so ..examples that may be relayed to us in scripture? teachings regarding blasphemy?)
  19. stephenbooth

    blasphemy...what is it?

    I am not speaking about the unpardonable sin in specific....i am asking about, what is blasphemy , in general. do you feel this makes sense? "Basically, blasphemy is saying you serve God when in fact you serve anything but God. This falls under the commandment which warns against taking...
  20. stephenbooth

    blasphemy...what is it?

    What is blasphemy exactly? i read this comment.... [post] Basically, blasphemy is saying you serve God when in fact you serve anything but God. This falls under the commandment which warns against taking God's name in vain. . Technically, only those who speak in God's name can be...