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From Tertullian, a second-century North African theologian and apologist. Specifically, it comes from chapter 50 of his book titled "Apology," written around AD 197. The complete quote reads: "The oftener we are mown down by you, the more in number we grow; the blood of Christians is seed."...

Well-your picking and learning is excellent-our Lord was black and blue daily from the pressing and thronging of the crowds-Greek is very expressive- Johann.

The Greek word "thlipsis" (θλῖψις) appears in the New Testament and is often translated as "tribulation," "affliction," "distress," or "persecution." It refers to a state of being under pressure, squeezed, or crushed, either physically or metaphorically. In a spiritual sense, it can refer to the...

You missed what @APAK was trying to convey to you-maybe you are a bit tired at the moment.

You are all over the place-are you reading? it is important to distinguish between the Old Covenant (law given to Israel) and the New Covenant (grace offered to all nations). Here is a structured response incorporating scriptural evidence: Old Covenant: The Old Covenant was given exclusively...

Despising Moses' Law: The author refers to the Old Testament law given through Moses, highlighting that those who violated it faced severe consequences, including death without mercy if convicted by two or three witnesses (Deuteronomy 17:6). Comparison with Christ's Sacrifice: The author then...

May I suggest this is not correct? Your "No one deserves mercy or grace. But those who receive grace will be judged HARDER than those who don't" is not accurately supported by biblical texts. The Bible teaches that everyone stands in need of God's mercy and grace, and those who receive it are...

Re your assertion- "There are those who believe that Christ is already in all men...they just need to recognize that"-- is not entirely accurate according to biblical teaching. While it is true that God's presence is available to all people, the Bible teaches that Christ is not already in all...

What I meant to say IN Christ-there are babes and some in different stages of their growth and maturity IN Christ- Ephesians 2:8-9: "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast." This passage...

There are different "levels" of maturity INTO Christ- The concept of "pressing into the kingdom of God" is a recurring theme throughout the Bible, and it is supported by numerous passages that emphasize the importance of seeking God's rule and righteousness. Here are some examples: Matthew...

Pleasure brother J.

The idea that the meek will inherit the earth comes from Jesus' Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5:5, where He says, "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth." This statement emphasizes the importance of humility and gentleness in the Christian life, and the promise of inheriting...

In short-he is walking the higher walk-and you and I are "unregenerate "

Firstly, the notion of the "corruption of Babylon" in the church can be understood as a reference to the influence of worldliness and sinfulness within the body of Christ. The apostle Peter warns us about our adversary, Satan, whose desires are contrary to ours, seeking to enslave us (1 Pet...

Hey there, I appreciate you sharing your thoughts with me. It sounds like you're really passionate about the importance of the Holy Spirit and God's authority in our lives. I can see how misinterpretations or neglect of the Bible could lead to pushing a human agenda instead of following God's...