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thelailasblog · 1 day

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the-bible-study · 1 month

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For the sake of not filling up op's activity, I'll post my response here. I'm responding to this post here. And boyyyyyyyyyy is there a lot to unpack there. That said (in case op reads this) I would like first and foremost to thank you for being (moderately) reasonable and respectful. Even tho you did overgeneralize quite a bit (which is a logical fallacy) and make a few assumptions, you didn't shout expletives or call me a "cultist p*do" so I'll thank you for that.

Two more things before I start:

Never. Read. A. Bible. Verse. You take something out of context and you can justify any thing. The Scriptures (because I think "Bible" is a misleading term) are literature and have intense literary design. You can't read things out of context. If you read the Iliad out of context you could think it's about numerous things: how Helen's a s**t (even tho Homer never says that), how stealing women from the men who've enslaved them is wrong (yikes), how we should all burn down cities, how war is dangerous, how war is good, how glory is the best, how Achilles is the worst, how Achilles is the best, how being a real man means killing people in a fit or grief and rage. But the Iliad is actually about the destructive power of rage. Which you only know if you read it correctly. Same with the Scriptures.

It's Ancient Jewish Meditation Literature. And you need to know what those 4 words means because otherwise you will be reading the bible entirely wrong. It's Ancient (i.e. written FOR us but not TO us). It's Jewish (written in Hebrew or by Aramaic/Greek writers thinking in Hebrew; written in a distinctive Near Eastern Style). It's for Meditation (from a word meaning "too mutter". You are to meditate or mutter under your breath the Scriptures day and night for a lifetime). And it's literature (it's art. Divinely inspired art. But art nonetheless. There is an overarching narrative, symbolic key, theme and goal).

(EDIT: Somehow I forgot this last one). Everything EVERYTHING connects BACK to the first 3 chapters of Genesis and FORWARD to the Messiah.

Now. Let's begin.

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christ-our-glory · 2 years

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We will find time for just about anything, except when it comes to finding time to spend with God. The time you make for this world is time wasted, while the time spent with God is time that counts for eternity.

In a world where most movies, TV shows, and even cartoons, are desensitizing us to the dangers of sin, we must be extremely careful with what we see. Not to mention, you are directly, or indirectly, supporting immoral companies to keep doing what they’re doing by purchasing and downloading their content.

We must make time for our growth in holiness. We must make time to read and study His Word. We are told we must “meditate day and night” on His Word and His laws (Joshua 1:8; Psalm 1:2). We must make time for Him! How could we expect to spend eternity in heaven if we are not willing to spend what little time we have on this earth?

Stop wasting time on things that will have no bearing on eternity. You think anyone in heaven cares about your favorite streaming show? You think anyone in heaven cares about your rank in a video game? Stop acting like a child (1 Corinthians 13:11) and walk in a manner worthy of your calling (Ephesians 4:1): that is, a Christian—a follower of Christ.

Stop living for yourself. Stop living for your flesh and desires.

Start living for God.

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yeslordmyking · 2 years

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As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is flawless. He is a shield for all who... [ Read devo thought and prayer for this Bible verse ]

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vincewillard-1971 · 3 months

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Solomon Asks For Wisdom

1 Kings 3:5-15

5. In Gibeon the Lord appeared to Solomon in a dream by night: and God said, Ask what I give thee

2. And Solomon said, Thou hast shewed unto thy servant David my father great mercy, according as he walked before thee in truth, and in righteousness, and uprightness of heart with thee; and thou hast kept for him this great kindness, that thou hast given him a son to sit on his throne.

7. And now, O Lord my God, thou hast made thy servant king instead of David my father: and I am but a little child: I know not how to go out or come in.

8. And thy servant is in the midst of thy people which thou hast chosen, a great people, that cannot be numbered nor counted for multitude.

9. Give therefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, and I may discern between good and bad: for who is able to judge this thy so great a people?

10. And the speech pleased the Lord, that Solomon had asked this thing.

11. And God said unto him, Because thou hast asked this thing, and hast not asked for thyself long life; neither hast asked riches for thyself, nor hast asked the life of thine enemies; but hast asked for thyself understanding to discern judgment;

12. Behold, I have done according to thy words: lo, I have given thee a wise and an understanding heart; so that there was none like thee before thee, neither after thee shall any arise like unto thee.

13. And I have also given thee that which thou hast not asked, both riches, and honour: so that there shall not be any among the kings like unto thee all thy days.

14. And if thou wilt walk in my ways, to keep my statutes and my commandments, as thy father David did walk, then I will lengthen thy days.

15. And Solomon awoke; and, behold, it was a dream. And he came to Jerusalem, and stood before the ark of the covenant of the Lord, and offered up burnt offerings, and offered peace offerings, and made a feast to all his servants.

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troubledontlast1 · 7 months

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SATAN'S TARGET: Our mind

SATAN'S WEAPON: Lies

SATAN'S PURPOSE: To make us ignorant of God's will.

OUR DEFENSE: "The inspired Word of God." #renewyourmind

If you don't constantly fill your mind with prayer and the Word of God, then you are leaving room for anxiety, worry, stress and resentment to fill it. #donotconform

If your mind is filled with the Word of God, then it can't be filled with impure thoughts. #dontconform

God's Word should replace those negative, non-life giving statements you've been making. #beyetransformed

Until our minds are renewed, we struggle with mentalities that are in opposition to God. #betransformed

If we fill our hearts and minds with the wonderful things we find in God's Word, we will develop a distinctly God-pleasing accent. #studythebible

You can renew your mind by filling it with the Word of God. #readthebible

For the devil to control your mind, all he needs to do is control your thoughts. #readyourbible

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poorly-drawn-mdzs · 2 months

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You keep telling yourself that Namari.

#dungeon meshi #Namari #Kiki Tansu #kikimari #lets fill that tag!#Originally I wanted to just draw the twins in their gnome outfits.#But then I spent 2 hours listening to Mika's Big Girl and I was like “You're so right singer-songwriter Mika. I have to draw Namari”#Anyways I've been practicing with diversifying body shapes as part of my art studies and I really enjoy it!!!#I can't wait until Tade shows up so I can draw more big girls.#By the way - since a lot of people have recently gotten into Dungeon Meshi and finished the manga #Please let me bring your attention to the Adventurers Bible! It's filled with so many extra character focused comics and lore!#We love canon bisexual Namari and the situationship she has with Kiki.#The manga itself doesn't really touch on romance in general but behind the scenes there is yearning. And leg pouches.

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igate777 · 8 months

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#Good morning #devotional #trust in the Lord #scripture for the day #Divine direction #wait for God #pray and trust in the lord #Portalsgate #Bible #Study the Bible #Kingdom culture

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theblasianwitch · 2 years

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Stole this from a friend with permission

#ex christian #pro chocie #reproductive rights #abortion #god was never pro life #do christians read the bible #bible shitpost #bible study #twilight academia #shadow academia #human rights #roe v wade #your religion is not mine

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eyes-on-jesus · 4 months

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If you wanna be close to God, you need to start reading the bible every day. Start small, set a daily alarm on your phone, download the bible app, and read some plans in there, as well as reading the bible itself on there. Start in the new testament and just go. Some days will be cool, some days you won't feel anything, but it matters. It will change you, your character, your life, your thoughts, everything. Next thing you know you are buying a journaling bible and drawing, tabbing, highlighting, lettering, journaling. Every morning, spend time with God, pray, involve Him, talk to Him.

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christiansinternational · 7 days

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the-bible-study · 1 month

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Okay so basically all day today I have been meditating on the Scriptures. I mean, yeah i took some short breaks to eat lunch and do math work and spanish. But even then, my focus was only partly on that. And honestly?

Worth it. I have felt amazing. All day. Tired? Yes. Hungry? Extremely. But oh my God when Jesus said "One should not live on bread alone but on every word that comes forth from the mouth of God" HE WASN'T LYING!!! It has been a sublime experience.

I don't really know why I'm saying this other then to say that, I typically don't read my bible; at least, not as often as I should. I always was like "I read it when I have time." And I did. But today? Today, I made time. And I wouldn't trade that for anything.

Dear reader, read the scriptures. "oh I don't hav-" NO! I didn't say "Try to read your bible" I said read them. Meditate on it. Day and Night. If you have time to be on tumblr, you have time to read the scriptures. If you have trouble understanding it, that's okay! Keep reading. Pray. Look at the context. As your friends and family. Ask me. Ask yourself what references it's making. What did early church fathers and mothers have to say about it? How does it connect to Genesis 1-3? How does it connect to Jesus the Messiah? Those last two are espcially important. Every theme connects backwards to Genesis 1 thru 3 and forward to the Messiah.

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christ-our-glory · 2 years

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We ought to always “search the Scriptures” (John 5:39). As J.C. Ryle wrote, “Does any one ask me, What is the best safeguard against false doctrine?—I answer in one word, ‘The Bible: the Bible regularly read, regularly prayed over, regularly studied.’ We must go back to the old prescription of our Master: ‘Search the Scriptures.’ (John v. 39) If we want a weapon to wield against the devices of Satan, there is nothing like ‘the sword of the Spirit, the Word of God.’ But to wield it successfully, we must read it habitually, diligently, intelligently, and prayerfully. This is a point on which, I fear, many fail. In an age of hurry and bustle, few read their Bibles as much as they should. More books perhaps are read than ever, but less of the one Book which makes man wise unto salvation.”

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yeslordmyking · 2 years

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Be Ready to Answer For Your Faith

1 Peter 3:15 (King James Bible) But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:

Study! Meditate! Be educated in the bible verses so when you are asked about your godly life, you can properly answer and educate others to decide to serve God with their entire life as well. No excuses that teaching isn't your spiritual gift or that you aren't skilled in memorizing book-chapter-verse. You must be able to answer biblically and knowledgeably, this verse is your warning and conviction!

#I complain that the brain isn't capable of memorizing 33000 verses verbatim but it's still just an excuse so I don't have to study #it's difficult and overwhelming. yet God has commanded it of us so there's no use trying to alleviate myself of this holy burden #this is me yelling at myself hoping I can scare myself into submission until it becomes a true desire of my heart #with less and less hobbies and dreams cluddering my heart I guess I'll have more time for perfect memorization as my fleshly heart dies #have mercy for my imperfection and poor studying habits Lord. I'm creative not studious y'know 😓#God #Jesus #christianity #faith #answer for your faith #study the bible #study God's word #bible memorization #educated in God's word #God's student #spread God's word #bible study #bible verses #spiritual growth #sharpen your soul #may it please the Lord

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manda-kat · 1 month

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Friendly reminder that if you used to go to Church or a Christian school as a kid, but did not continue to study or grow your faith as you got older, than - no, you actually don't understand Christianity on the same level as a practicing adult believer.

I'm tired of hearing people dismiss the Christian faith and say 'well, I went to church as a kid, so I know what you believe'. That's the same as saying, 'my parents took my to the aquarium every week as a kid, so I know as much as your average marine biologist'.

If you're going to brag about how much knowledge you have about Christianity anyway, you should at least try not to say it on posts where you get things blatantly wrong about the Bible, the Church or- idk- the core message of the Gospel.

#I don't know how to explain to people that there is a difference between studying the bible and praying and discussing history and faith #and just showing up to church because your mom made you and drawing on the offering envelopes instead of paying attention #if you studied Christianity for real and spoke with members of the church and were an earnest member of the congregation #and still came away not believing #that's a different thing #but you have to admit the earlier excuse is insulting

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proverbs31girly · 20 days

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