Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 12:28pm On Dec 07, 2023 |
achorladey: He will also need to read 1984 by same George Orwell. A book budaatum gave me a link ahead of time not knowing I will equally read a book that analyse the Jehovah's Witnesses religious organization mode of operation using that same book. Well he only reads Awake but he is still sleeping. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 12:27pm On Dec 07, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: So he can't enter God's kingdom! John 3:3-5  He can if he was born again and he can if he becomes born again |
Career › Re: How Many Months Salary Is Advisable To Use For House Rent? by tctrills: 12:00pm On Dec 07, 2023 |
6ixVille: Planning to get an apartment close to my work and im planning to use to my 3months salary for rent. Is this advisable and economical? If it's close to your place of work that may be a great investment in your health, sanity and your time. 3 months may be worth the investment. Don't forget you are saving money on transport. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 11:47am On Dec 07, 2023 |
achorladey: You haven't see the last of this topic and the lies and manipulations behind it to keep their members subservient to their changing doctrines and interpretations
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Now see how the below rubbish all the time MaxInDHouse used in cooking lies and manipulations about 1 Peter 4:15...
How can someone who cannot do what is recorded in 1 Peter 4:15 be warned here in their magazines  I think MaxinDHouse and his JW flock need to read George Orwell's Animal Farm. Remember, All animals are equal but some are more equal than the others. They have created an evil inequality that God never established. The bible says blessed are the poor in spirit for they shall inherit the kingdom of heaven. But no matter how people like MaxinDHouse try to be poor in spirit, he will never reap the blessings of God because he is a member of a group that has prevented him from the blessings and rewards of God. If anyone wants the fullness of God's blessings, he cannot be a member of such a group. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 11:29am On Dec 07, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: What is the work of God's Holy Spirit?
If the Bible mention THIRD HEAVEN and you're TEACHING an interested person to believe in your God and the Bible (supposed word of your God) how are you going to answer when he or she ask you about the FIRST and SECOND before your book mention THIRD?  Now let's go through Paul's words. 2 I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth  such an one caught up to the third heaven. 3 And I knew such a man, (whether in the body, or out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth  4 How that he was caught up into paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter. So even Paul was not sure if his Journey to the 3rd heaven was a physical experience or if it was his spirit. Yet he was humble enough to say, 'I don't know.' He did not need to lie that the 3rd heaven was on earth or was a thing of the mind. Now to some English class From Paul's statement, it's clear that the 3rd heaven is a place outside your mind, and not a state of mind. If it was a state of mind there wouldn't have been a need for him to talk about whether in or out of the body. You do not go to a state of mind in or out of your body because your mind is within you. I advise you to talk with someone who understands English a bit better, trust me, it would give you better understanding of the scriptures. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 11:19am On Dec 07, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: I will also ask you a question and if you answer i will tell you who is teaching God's people today.
Who told you that a confirmed ARMED ROBBER is BORN AGAIN?  I have answered that question a million times but you seem to have issues with your understanding. I will try one more time to answer and I hope this time, you will understand. Now my answer, 1. I never said the robber was born again. In our entire conversation, you would not find any place I stated he was born again. 2. We do not know if he was born again or not as the bible did not state so. If something has not be revealed, I do not pretend to know it. Please do you understand my answer this time? I hope you would not repeat the question again because by now, I believe you should understand me perfectly. Thanks One more thing, the robber was promised a place in paradise which Paul makes us understand is located not on earth but in heaven. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 11:15am On Dec 07, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: What is the work of God's Holy Spirit?
If the Bible mention THIRD HEAVEN and you're TEACHING an interested person to believe in your God and the Bible (supposed word of your God) how are you going to answer when he or she ask you about the FIRST and SECOND before your book mention THIRD?  Good question, instead of lying and making up things that are not in the bible, how about you inform the person that God has not yet revealed all his knowledge to mankind and it's not our duty to answer all questions but to lead people to Christ. How about just being humble and honest and not making up things. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 10:19am On Dec 07, 2023 |
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Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 10:08am On Dec 07, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: The third heaven is not a literal place but a condition which connotes divine favour. Guesswork and your opinion. Paul said he was taken there but you seem to know more than paul
There are three heavens!
First heaven is where God and angels lives {Psalms 115:16} so we all know that whoever is connected to this realm gains FAVOUR.
Second heaven is human government which will soon be no more including their rebellious subjects who are called EARTH {Isaiah 65:17} presently whoever is connected to this heaven gains FAVOUR in the world. No bible verse speaks of a second heaven please stick to the bible and not myth.
Third heaven is the condition of those who have gotten the assurance of divine favour while they live we use their examples to ask for FAVOUR from God but now they're in their graves eg Enoch, Moses, Elijah, the thief Jesus gave a Visa to Paradise.
That's what the third heaven symbolizes not the literal heaven where God lives, unless a man is born of Spirit he can't get to heaven! John 3:3-5  Again you made this up as it is not supported by scripture. I have a question, where do you get these your no scriptural beliefs from. Who teaches you these falsehoods? |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 8:50am On Dec 07, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: Call it anything you want that's your personal cup of coffee.
God's people before Jesus has always believe in living forever:
For evil men will be done away with, But those hoping in Jehovah will possess the earth. Just a little while longer, and the wicked will be no more; You will look at where they were, And they will not be there. But the meek will possess the earth, And they will find exquisite delight in the abundance. Psalms 37:9-11
How long are they going to live on planet earth after the evildoers had been removed {Proverbs 2:20-22} God's word answered:
The righteous will possess the earth, And they will live forever on it. Psalms 37:29
So Paradise is going to be on planet earth not heaven but the government that will rule over the earth will be taken to heaven {John 14:1-3} that's the difference between God's kingdom and Paradise!  You don't even have a single verse that states paradise would be on the earth. I showed you a verse that stated paradise is in heaven. Do who do we believe, you or the bible? Please read again I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth  such an one caught up to the third heaven.3 And I knew such a man, (whether in the body, or out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth  4 How that he was caught up into paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 8:59pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
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Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 8:58pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: Ọmọ it's even simpler than you think but your problem is pride because under normal circumstances you will never ever approve an ARMED ROBBER to be a preacher or teacher of God's word talkless standing before you to preach. That man was arrested and executed for robbery and he himself confirmed that he was justly executed for his crimes. So you hiding behind a finger shows you have no shame while arguing blindly!  This is a no point. Many robbers have been known to repent. Please bring up a better point |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 5:35pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: "Let no one SUFFER"
In Christianity we don't suffer anyone no matter what happens we reprove a wrongdoer who goes against the tenets if he's repentant but if not we disfellowship them but in the world a murderer, armed robber, evildoer or busybody SUFFERS if they don't get killed!  Oga your problem is English oh. Please ask anyone that knows better the meaning of that pharse  >: I understand it's old school English but at least ask before you post na. Oh just google it. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 5:16pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: So you're expecting Peter to say: "this is crime in all societies" shey? 
Read what Peter said again:
1 Peter 4:15 NIV If you suffer, it should not be as a murderer or thief or any other kind of criminal, or even as a meddler.
1 Peter 4:15 KJV But let none of you suffer as a murderer, or as a thief, or as an evildoer, or as a busybody in other men's matters.
1 Peter 4:15 NWT However, let none of you suffer as a murderer or a thief or a wrongdoer or a busybody in other people’s matters
If you don't know i'm telling you today that this is not about religious rules but societal laws, because in Christianity we do not suffer anyone if the worst come we shun a wrongdoer like Jews do treat tax collectors in the first century so who are those that makes others suffer? It's the authority due to SOCIETAL LAWS when broken!  You quoted the same verse several times and none indicated that Peter was about crime to society so what was in your mind when you when you went from one version to the other and none was selling your point. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 3:11pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
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Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 3:10pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
cornelboy: According to the Jesus's criteria at John 3 was the thief a born again? In John 3 Jesus definition was to be born of water and the spirit. I don't have the history or record of the robber to know if her was born of water or the spirit. I believe I have answered this question like 100 times already. Move on to your next question if you have any. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 2:31pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: Let's base our understanding on this.
So what could be the WRONG Peter was talking about, is it all forms of wrong or wrongdoings that's a crime in the society we live?  He never mentioned he was talking about crime in our society please where did he say he was talking about crime in our society? I would agree I have no integrity if you point any statement that shows Peter was talking about crimes in the society. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 1:43pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: Wrongdoer means what to you Sir?
In any society when we say someone has done what is WRONG it generally means against the law and Peter was talking about what is wrong in all human society so stop deceiving yourself!  I do not define the meaning of words, I am not your dictionary. A wrong doer is anyone that does wrong. Peter was not talking about what is wrong in all human society,He never mentioned that he was talking about all society. Peter had no idea of what is wrong in all society. He was not a social scientist |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 1:42pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
[quote author=MaxInDHouse post=127345967] As in a nutshell Jesus calling people FOOLS is also a sinner shey?  It was you that brought Jesus Christ calling people fools. Now you need me to clean your shit? It was also you that said Paul committed a sin yesterday. So where exactly do you stand? And why do you think I should clean your shit for you Please go back and read who brought up Jesus Christ in this and who compare Jesus actions to Paul. Don't confuse yourself |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 1:19pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: You quoted Jesus out of context otherwise if we're to go by your one way traffic interpretation Jesus himself was wrong because he called some people "FOOLS"
So are you ready to learn the difference or you're still puffed up with pride?  I was not the one that called Paul's action a sin neither was I the one who brought up Jesus in this matter. You are confusing my actions with yours. And yés the gospel of Jesus Christ is a one way street. No private interpretation. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 1:17pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
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Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 12:59pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: Please quote where i typed the highlighted!  You forgot, wrongdoing is among the sins Peter called out in the verse you quoted. Pls read the verse again. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 12:57pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: You quoted Jesus out of context that's why i called your attention to what Jesus himself said so you can see that you need to reason deeply before concluding on what you read.
If you think calling someone a FOOL is the same sin as being an ARMED ROBBER then i will show you that both Jesus and Paul called people FOOLS yet none of them was an ARMED ROBBER!  You compared a sin to the action of Jesus Christ for argument sake. Shame. Again the verse you quoted from Peter also mentioned wrongdoing as one of the things you claim a born again can't do. Based on you answer yesterday, Paul did wrong in calling people fools do you still think he was born again or was he just following the example of Jesus Christ. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 12:47pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
cornelboy: Now what's the difference between God's kingdom and paradise?
According to Jesus criteria for entering God's kingdom which are; getting baptised by water and by the spirit, was the thief a born again, will he enter God's kingdom?
See it's okay if you conclude that the bible is contradictory. If you think it's not, you might want to explain what you understand about the matter. Good question. Now my answer. 1. The bible did not state if he was born again 2. Even if he wasn't, he would need to be before entering the kingdom of God. So you see either way, Jesus does not lie |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 12:45pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: You're the shameless person here who said a BORN AGAIN Christian can still be an ARMED ROBBER! Since my discussion with you, I have never told a single lie but only yesterday you called out Paul and today you compare that very action to Jesus Christ. You claim a born again can do no wrong but now you have to admit that Paul did wrong. Do you see how worthless your words are? |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 12:41pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: I'm still saying the same thing that the only sin our brother was battling back then was violence due to anger NOT ROBBERY like your BORN AGAIN ARMED ROBBER!  You are not saying the same thing. Today you are comparing his actions to that of Jesus Christ. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 12:40pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: You're just hiding behind a finger come out openly and i will teach you.
I quoted Paul saying he's still battling with the tendency to sin and you quickly concluded that he must be commiting serious sin secretly that's why i point out that it's violence that the servant of God is battling not ROBBERY like you BORN AGAIN ARMED ROBBER!  Sorry to say but you have no shame. Yesterday you openly said Paul committed a sin but today you compare his actions to that of Christ. You are a very dishonest person. I have not for a second condemned Paul. I did not even say Paul committed a sin. But not you see yourself arguing against your own words. Funny people. An organization that lacks integrity. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 12:36pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: Paul himself openly penned it down in his letter that he is still battling with sin {Romans 7:15-25} so if you feel he was ROBBING PEOPLE or SLEEPING AROUND WITH PEOPLE'S WIVES or KILLING PEOPLE or DOING SOME FORMS OF EVIL just say it now because as his Christian brother i can tell you that he was still struggling with tendency to do what is bad but he is really fighting that urge. For instance Jesus said we shouldn't call our Christian brother a "FOOL" yet Paul addressed his fellow BORN AGAIN Christian brothers in Galatian "FOOLISH GALATIANS" [b]So he is really battling with a violent heart and that's a sin [/b]because a born again Christian must have self control! Galatians 5:23  Here are your words it was you who said he sined not me. That's what happens when you tell too many lies, you get caught and then start shifting blame |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 12:33pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: Before you condemn Paul condemn Jesus too both of them called people "FOOLS"
That's what happens when you feel you're too big to be taught!  I never condemned Paul it was you who did. Yesterday you said he committed a sin but it seems the JW opinion changed overnight |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 12:32pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: Ọmọ you've been doing guesswork all this while that's why you can't answer any scriptural questions straight ahead all you do is quote and fail to substantiate anyone can do that even Boko Haram are quoting the Bible before killing people!  Please mention 1 question I have not answered straight. Since the first day we met I have answered all your questions via the scriptures. Not for once have I disappointed. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 12:24pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
For instance Jesus said we shouldn't call our Christian brother a "FOOL" yet Paul addressed his fellow BORN AGAIN Christian brothers in Galatian "FOOLISH GALATIANS" So he is really battling with a violent heart and that's a sin because a born again Christian must have self control! Galatians 5:23  It seems you changed your mind. Yesterday you said Paul committed a sin but today you say he was just like Jesus in calling people fool. Your beliefs change by the day. Very nice. |
Christianity Etc › Re: What Does It Mean To Know God? John 17.3 by tctrills(op): 12:19pm On Dec 06, 2023 |
MaxInDHouse: Anger differs from bitterness note that Jesus also called people "FOOLS" {Matthew 23:17} so the context differs but neither Jesus nor Paul was an armed robber!  So you are saying Paul was right to call people fools and you think anger is a fruit of the spirit |