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Comment on Another Church? Why? by Frank

Frank — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 20:18:45 +0000

If Christians used their church space for homeless rehabilitation instead of talking to themselves, there’d probably be many more converts.

Comment on Is God Responsible for Sin? by BryonHarvey

BryonHarvey — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 02:02:31 +0000

Brian,

I’m sorry it’s taken me so long to respond. Things have been quite hectic.

You make a good point regarding Lucifer. His enticement did lead to the fall of humanity. There is a fall before the fall in Genesis 3. (Although I don’t think it happened before Genesis 1, but that’s an entirely different issue.) Whether we’re looking at the fall of Lucifer or the fall of humanity, the issue at hand remains the same. God was either unable to prevent the fall or chose not to. I still maintain that in his sovereign wisdom, God chose not to prevent either fall. I can see and accept how both falls lead to a greater good which is entirely in God’s nature and character. To affirm that God was unable to prevent the fall imposes limits on his omnipotence. If God is limited in this way, can we trust that he has the ability to save us from sin? I argue no. If God is not powerful enough to prevent sin then he is not powerful enough to redeem us from it.

Comment on Is God Responsible for Sin? by Asking Questions

Asking Questions — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 00:17:21 +0000

For all,

Byron has pointed out that God has allowed the possibility for Sin to come into the world, but how does Lucifer play into all this? And what about God’s foreknowledge. It is either perfect or not.

God created Lucifer and the other fallen angels. Lucifer (post-fall) was the agent who ushered in doubt. Is God, therefore, responsible for ushering in doubt and, therefore, Sin — especially if He knew what would happen? It blows the mind even more when you consider that the rebellion of Lucifer happened (it appears) before the created order came to be.

We need to look deeper and farther back (in a sense) than just the Fall. There are other things at play in the created order and in God’s nature than what is being considered in this discussion.

What do you think, Byron?

Comment on Defining Discipleship by bob burnside

bob burnside — Sun, 10 Oct 2010 12:13:03 +0000

I think I found a clue in Brian’s post:LOVE +TON=”Discipleship”

Comment on Defining Discipleship by BryonHarvey

BryonHarvey — Sat, 09 Oct 2010 15:04:32 +0000

Then why does Jesus tell us to go an make disciples in Matthew if we “do not lead others”? I agree that it is the Holy Spirit that changes hearts but does God not use his church to guide people to the place he wants them to be to be changed?

Comment on Defining Discipleship by Brian Walker

Brian Walker — Sat, 09 Oct 2010 12:31:54 +0000

Absolutely LOVE this blog…
I could probably write a TON on this, but I’ll just leave a quick thought.
I believe that “Discipleship” is a title of those who follow Christ (key word being “follow”). Strictly speaking, we do not lead others due to our own conscience-able decision(s) to “disciple” others. Christ is the only “leader” or one who can convert hearts. Our role is to always have our eyes focused on Christ, and others will follow that “Christ path”. Furthermore, that is why we search for answers through prayer.

Comment on The American Heresy by Brian Walker

Brian Walker — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 15:12:06 +0000

Ok, I’m not trying to dig up this conversation again, not open another can of worms, but I would like to “retract” a statement that I had previously made. God did create the “place” of hell as to it’s “location” (where ever that may be), which supports your omnipresent arguement. However, the original argument was of God’s involvement is our sinning. I still hold on to the fact that (1) God is incapable of sinning directly or indirectly (by allowing us to), and (2) while God may send us to hell for not choosing him, it is due to OUR FREE WILL that that happens. It is us walking away from him, not him pushing us away.

Comment on Not Like Me (Blog Tour with author Eric Bryant) by bob burnside

bob burnside — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 09:53:08 +0000

Eric,I like your book concept and your parting question,yes,over the last ten years my/our part of the world has changed.I realized after the attack on our country ( 9/11 ) that there were people as passionate about there beliefs as I am about mine.I didn’t realize this and it made me take a closer look at Jesus and what He has called us to do,this was a challenge for me.I discovered in the metro-Detroit area we have strong, unwavering believers of all faiths.If we really believe in Jesus ( WHICH I DO ) we have A LOT of work to do.I hope to read your book for inspiration,thank you.

Comment on Not Like Me (Blog Tour with author Eric Bryant) by Belinda

Belinda — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 14:19:17 +0000

I appreciate that Eric’s book highlights loving people around us especially those that are overlooked. We once were overlooked. It is easy to forget that. Thank you for writing this book Eric to remind us to look around us and see people. People who don’t look like us, dress like us, live like us, but need hope like us.

Comment on Not Like Me (Blog Tour with author Eric Bryant) by Derian Baugh

Derian Baugh — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 14:17:50 +0000

Diversity is obvious as it relates to different people groups and cultures, but there is also an aspect that is interpersonal. For me it is also about who we are and why we believe what we believe. I’ve found that there are also people who look like me, but have a very different approach to life. And in addition, there are absolutely those who do not look like me, however at times we seem to have the most in common. When I think of diversity I can’t help but to think of what it is to love. And this is beautiful. And when I think about how different we are from one another it makes me thankful for the cross. This is because there is this truth in the fact that we all sin, and therefore it is also true that we ALL need Jesus. What a beautiful mess to be in! Not only in receiving salvation, but also in the redemption of life. And in this pursuit, Loving God and Loving people, we can all come and truly experience something wonderful. Together.