Question on how far back we have records of Human activity

[JohnR7]

I see. But is there any proof that physical man has been on the earth for more than 6 or 7 thousands years?

This tower in Jericho has been dated from 8000 to 7000 bc. Your more then welcome to question if the method science uses is accurate. It often comes down to a question of contamination and if it is even possible for science to come up with a accurate measurement. Usually a tower was built to keep a watch on the walls of a city for defense. There is a very popular sunday school song about how the walls of Jericho came tumbling down. Just like the Bible says, they did find the walls, and they did fall down. Perhaps during a earthquake. So the sunday school story was proven to be true.

 

[JohnR7]

Also, is this new creation literal or symbolic?

Isaiah 65:17

This prophecy in Isaiah has not taken place yet. It is still in the future, perhaps the 1000 year reign of Christ here on the earth. We look forward to a time when we well rule and reign with Jesus for 1000 years, when the government will rest on His shoulder.

Isaiah 9:6
For unto us a Child is born,
Unto us a Son is given;
And the government will be upon His shoulder.
And His name will be called
Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

 

[LittleLambofJesus]

Interesting. I am a "New Earth Creationist" myself. So what is the main consensus on when the first humans may have been recorded on the earth.

How do christians view this passage btw? Is this literal or "symbolic". Thanks.

Isaiah 65:17 For, lo, I am creating new heavens, and a new earth, And the former things are not remembered, Nor do they ascend on the heart. 18 But joy ye, and rejoice for ever, that I [am] Creator, For, lo, I am creating Jerusalem a rejoicing, And her people a joy.

This prophecy in Isaiah has not taken place yet. It is still in the future, perhaps the 1000 year reign of Christ here on the earth. We look forward to a time when we well rule and reign with Jesus for 1000 years, when the government will rest on His shoulder.

Isaiah 9:6
For unto us a Child is born,
Unto us a Son is given;
And the government will be upon His shoulder.
And His name will be called
Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Ok. I view it differently I suppose.

2 Corinthians 5:17 so that if any one [is] in Christ--[he is] a new creature; the old things did pass away, lo, become new have the all things.

Romans 8:20 for to vanity was the creation made subject--not of its will, but because of Him who did subject [it] --in hope, 21 that also the creation itself shall be set free from the servitude of the corruption to the liberty of the glory of the children of God; 22 for we have known that all the creation doth groan together, and doth travail in pain together till now.

Revelation 12:1 And a great sign was seen in the heaven, a woman arrayed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and upon her head a crown of twelve stars, 2 and being with child she doth cry out, travailing and pained to bring forth.

 

[JohnR7]

Ok. I view it differently I suppose.

2 Corinthians 5:17 so that if any one [is] in Christ--[he is] a new creature; the old things did pass away, lo, become new have the all things.

I am no expert on the passage in Isaiah, but I have done an extensive study on what it means to be a new creation in Christ. Here are a few of the things that make up the mind of Christ:

[FONT=Times New Roman, Times Roman, Serif]The Mind of Christ[/FONT][FONT=Times New Roman, Times Roman, Serif]
[/FONT][FONT=Times New Roman, Times Roman, Serif]1. A mind of divine love 2. A mind of peace 3. An anointed mind 4. A praying mind 5. A fasting mind 6. A mind of faith 7. A mind that glorified God 8. A mind of compassion 9. An obedient mind 10. A trusting mind 11. A mind free of all condemnation 12. A mind of full assurance 13. A happy mind 14. A contented mind 15. A tempted mind 16. A mind acquainted with grief and sorrows 17. A mind that wept 18. A magnanimous mind 19. A forgiving mind 20. A serving mind 21. A pure mind 22. A mind of truth 23. A sober mind 24. A resurrected mind 25. A longsuffering mind 26. A mind of prophecy 27. A Holy Ghost mind 28. A believing mind 29. A mind of the nine fruits of the Spirit 30. A mind accepting 9 gifts of the Spirit 31. A mind that feels the need of the Holy Ghost for all people 32. A born new mind 33. A mind of Calvary 34. A mind of Bible Pentecost 35. A mind of one accord with the Father 36. A mind of unity with the Holy Spirit 37. A sacrificial mind 38. A sanctified mind 39. A mind God can reason with 40. A mind with the whole armor of God 41. A made up mind 42. A thankful mind* 43. A mind of holiness 44. A mind that blessed 45. A mind to do God's work 46. A mind of God's wisdom 47. A mind dwelling on the right kind of thoughts 48. A mind with the love bridle 49. A mind of tender mercy 50. A mind of goodness 51. A mind of kindness 52. A mind knowing the will of God 53. A mind God could use as His very own 54. A mind of courage 55. A mind of boldness 56. A mind of hope 57. A Word mind 58. A divine blood mind 59. A mind of divine knowledge 60. A stable mind 61. A consecrated mind 62. A mind of endurance 63. A dedicated mind 64. A mind of encouragement 65. A mind of fellowship 66. A willing mind 67. A perfect mind 68. A working mind (#140)BB 69. A mind connected with heaven 70. A mind God could use all the time 71. A mind to fulfill His divine mission 72. A victorious mind 73. An all-conquering mind 74. A gentle mind 75. A mind with the conversation of heaven 76. A wonderful mind 77. An understanding mind 78. A steadfast mind 79. A mind of joy 80. A Spirit-filled mind 81. A praising mind 82. A grace mind 83. A mind of freedom 84. A mind of living water 85. A mind of unbelievable kindness 86. A grateful mind 87. An on time mind* 88. A spiritual mind 89. A thoughtful mind 90. A soul-wining mind to sow and reap 91. An eternal life mind 92. A healing mind 93. A miracle mind 94. An obedient mind 95. A mind of determination 96. A divine blood mind 97. A mind completely surrendered 98. A mind of honor 99. A perfect mind like the first Adam 100. A mind just like the heavenly Father 101. A sound mind* 102. A mind of power 103. A made up mind 104. A mind with the right attitudes (#134) 105. A patient mind 106. An unshakable mind 107. A mind of compassion 108. A mind with the six spiritual senses 109. The Eden mind with holy physical senses 110. A gracious mind 111. A quick mind 112. A watching mind 113. A mind of pure light 114. A lovely mind 115. A submissive mind 116. A waiting mind 117. A mind of zeal to do God's work 118. A mind of heaven's courage 119. A peculiar mind 120. An alert mind 121. An honest mind 122. A mind of humility 123. A mind of a good report 124. A mind of complete self control 125. A mind without spot 126. A mind without wrinkles, blemishes or any such thing 127. A "boastless" mind 128. A mind to respect each person* 129. A renewed mind 130. A mind of righteousness 131. A mind stayed on the Lord 132. A mind that pleased God 133. The Eden mind 134. A blessed mind of the Beatitudes (#104) 135. A mind with the divine blood shield 136. An exciting mind 137. A mind of blood happiness 138. A mind without any guile 139. An overcoming mind 140. A working mind (#68) 141. A mind of all the promises of God [/FONT]

 

[LittleLambofJesus]

Ok. I view it differently I suppose.

2 Corinthians 5:17 so that if any one [is] in Christ--[he is] a new creature; the old things did pass away, lo, become new have the all things.

I am no expert on the passage in Isaiah, but I have done an extensive study on what it means to be a new creation in Christ. Here are a few of the things that make up the mind of Christ:

Wow. Impressive. Guess we need that to "Overcome"

Reve 2:7 He who is having an ear--let him hear what the Spirit saith to the assemblies: To him who is overcoming--I will give to him to eat of the tree of life that is in the midst of the paradise of God.

 

[Lignoba]

[FONT=Times New Roman, Times Roman, Serif]126. A mind without wrinkles, blemishes or any such thing[/FONT][FONT=Times New Roman, Times Roman, Serif] [/FONT]

Err... so he doesnt know anything cuz "everytime you learn something new, you get a wrinkle in your mind."

 

[suzybeezy]

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[Jet Black]

this thread shouldn't be in this forum either.