And that was revealed to you by The Holy Spirit. Where is The Father and The Son(Jesus) in the person of The Holt Spirit in all these videos and teachings?
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Ritajanice
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Sis...I’m on a different path to you...
I’ve already explained, I have been Born Of God’s seed..my spirit has been Born Of God’s seed..
I didn’t say I wasn’t without sin...I said just as Gods word says.
A Born Again doesn’t sin because they have been Born Of God’s seed.
Are you able to explain what that means?
Ritajanice
Born-Again
| Audio Crossref Comment Greek Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The person without the Spirit does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God but considers them foolishness, and cannot understand them because they are discerned only through the Spirit. New Living Translation But people who aren’t spiritual can’t receive these truths from God’s Spirit. It all sounds foolish to them and they can’t understand it, for only those who are spiritual can understand what the Spirit means. English Standard Version The natural person does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, for they are folly to him, and he is not able to understand them because they are spiritually discerned. Berean Standard Bible The natural man does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God. For they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually discerned. Berean Literal Bible But the natural man does not accept the things of the Spirit of God; for they are foolishness to him, and he is not able to understand them, because spiritually they are discerned |
Ritajanice
Born-Again
1 John 3
King James Version
3 Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not.2 Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is.
3 And every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself, even as he is pure.
4 Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law.
5 And ye know that he was manifested to take away our sins; and in him is no sin.
6 Whosoever abideth in him sinneth not: whosoever sinneth hath not seen him, neither known him.
7 Little children, let no man deceive you: he that doeth righteousness is righteous, even as he is righteous.
8 He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.
9 Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin; for his seed remaineth in him: and he cannot sin, because he is born of God.
10 In this the children of God are manifest, and the children of the devil: whosoever doeth not righteousness is not of God, neither he that loveth not his brother.
11 For this is the message that ye heard from the beginning, that we should love one another.
12 Not as Cain, who was of that wicked one, and slew his brother. And wherefore slew he him? Because his own works were evil, and his brother's righteous.
13 Marvel not, my brethren, if the world hate you.
14 We know that we have passed from death unto life, because we love the brethren. He that loveth not his brother abideth in death.
15 Whosoever hateth his brother is a murderer: and ye know that no murderer hath eternal life abiding in him.
16 Hereby perceive we the love of God, because he laid down his life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren.
17 But whoso hath this world's good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion from him, how dwelleth the love of God in him?
18 My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue; but in deed and in truth.
19 And hereby we know that we are of the truth, and shall assure our hearts before him.
20 For if our heart condemn us, God is greater than our heart, and knoweth all things.
21 Beloved, if our heart condemn us not, then have we confidence toward God.
22 And whatsoever we ask, we receive of him, because we keep his commandments, and do those things that are pleasing in his sight.
23 And this is his commandment, That we should believe on the name of his Son Jesus Christ, and love one another, as he gave us commandment.
24 And he that keepeth his commandments dwelleth in him, and he in him. And hereby we know that he abideth in us, by the Spirit which he hath given us.
Ritajanice
Born-Again
We are Born Again by Gods Living Witness His Holy Spirit...the Written word makes no one’s spirit Born Again.
Spirit gives birth to spirit...that is a Living supernatural/ spiritual birth that only God can do, via His Spirit.
Biggest Honour and Privilege one can receive in their life...is to be Born Of God’s seed...mind Blowing still after 33 years nearly Of being Born Again.
The Holy Spirit does the will of the Father...He Glorifies the Father through us...everything is about Jesus and God!
Zilch about us....we died the day God made us Born Again.
The renewing of our minds...think as Christ thinks, be “ HUMBLE” .....
We are being made into Jesus image, Praise God for that privilege.
Spirit gives birth to spirit...that is a Living supernatural/ spiritual birth that only God can do, via His Spirit.
Biggest Honour and Privilege one can receive in their life...is to be Born Of God’s seed...mind Blowing still after 33 years nearly Of being Born Again.
The Holy Spirit does the will of the Father...He Glorifies the Father through us...everything is about Jesus and God!
Zilch about us....we died the day God made us Born Again.
The renewing of our minds...think as Christ thinks, be “ HUMBLE” .....
We are being made into Jesus image, Praise God for that privilege.
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Incorrect.
The statement that "We are born again by God's living witness, His Holy Spirit, and the written word makes no one's spirit born again" appears to present a contradiction regarding the means of spiritual rebirth. However, this apparent contradiction can be reconciled through a deeper understanding of Scripture.
Scriptural Response:
Role of the Holy Spirit in Regeneration:
John 3:5: Jesus answered, "Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God."
This verse highlights the indispensable role of the Holy Spirit in the process of regeneration or being born again. It emphasizes the spiritual aspect of rebirth initiated by the work of the Spirit.
Word of God as Seed for Spiritual Birth:
1 Peter 1:23: "since you have been born again, not of perishable seed but of imperishable, through the living and abiding word of God."
Peter affirms that believers are born again through the "living and abiding word of God." The Word of God, when preached or read, acts as the seed through which spiritual rebirth occurs.
Power of the Gospel for Salvation:
Romans 1:16: "For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes..."
The gospel, which is conveyed through the written Word, is described as the power of God for salvation. It is through the proclamation of the gospel that individuals hear the message of salvation and are brought to faith in Christ, leading to spiritual rebirth.
Faith Comes by Hearing the Word:
Romans 10:17: "So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ."
This verse underscores the role of the Word of God in producing faith. Hearing the Word of God, whether preached or read, is instrumental in bringing about faith and ultimately leading to spiritual rebirth.
Reconciliation:
While the Holy Spirit is indeed the primary agent of regeneration, working in the hearts of individuals to bring about spiritual rebirth, the written Word of God also plays a crucial role in this process. The Word of God serves as the means through which the message of salvation is communicated, leading people to faith in Christ and resulting in spiritual rebirth. Therefore, rather than presenting a contradiction, both the work of the Holy Spirit and the written Word of God cooperate synergistically in the process of spiritual regeneration, fulfilling different but complementary roles in bringing about new life in Christ.
Ritajanice
Born-Again
We are Born Of The Spirit....that is a supernatural act that only God can do via His Spirit...it’s a Living spiritual birth.
The written word backs up Gods Living witness His Holy Spirit, The Spirit testifies with our spirit that we are Gods children, ( he speaks to our spirit as he’s indwelling our spirit) he brings it from death to life.
Of course the natural man has no understanding of spiritual matters...it’s best not to engage with them, as only God can open their heart/ spirit to understand that of spiritual matters.
Just as his written word says.
The written word backs up Gods Living witness His Holy Spirit, The Spirit testifies with our spirit that we are Gods children, ( he speaks to our spirit as he’s indwelling our spirit) he brings it from death to life.
Of course the natural man has no understanding of spiritual matters...it’s best not to engage with them, as only God can open their heart/ spirit to understand that of spiritual matters.
Just as his written word says.
| Audio Crossref Comment Greek Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The person without the Spirit does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God but considers them foolishness, and cannot understand them because they are discerned only through the Spirit. New Living Translation But people who aren’t spiritual can’t receive these truths from God’s Spirit. It all sounds foolish to them and they can’t understand it, for only those who are spiritual can understand what the Spirit means. English Standard Version The natural person does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, for they are folly to him, and he is not able to understand them because they are spiritually discerned. Berean Standard Bible The natural man does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God. For they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually discerned. Berean Literal Bible But the natural man does not accept the things of the Spirit of God; for they are foolishness to him, and he is not able to understand them, because spiritually they are discerned |
Ritajanice
Born-Again
Faith is also a gift from God...He gifts us the faith to believe in our spirit, that is where we need to be Born Again.
We know God in our spirit, via His Living Holy Spirit....reading scripture does not make one’s spirit Born Again....we have the Holy Spirit indwelling our spirit, he brings Gods truth to understand it in our spirit.
God is Spirit..we communicate with Him via His witness the Holy Spirit...a Born Again is a spiritual child of God.
Hence being Born Of The Spirit..we know God in our spirit....
Just as His word says we must be Born Again....our spirit is Born Again....
In the same way that repentance is granted by God (Acts 11:18; 2 Tim. 2:25), faith is also a supernatural gift of God. Ephesians 2:8–9 affirms this: “By grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not as a result of works, so that no one may boast.”
4 Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
We know God in our spirit, via His Living Holy Spirit....reading scripture does not make one’s spirit Born Again....we have the Holy Spirit indwelling our spirit, he brings Gods truth to understand it in our spirit.
God is Spirit..we communicate with Him via His witness the Holy Spirit...a Born Again is a spiritual child of God.
Hence being Born Of The Spirit..we know God in our spirit....
Just as His word says we must be Born Again....our spirit is Born Again....
In the same way that repentance is granted by God (Acts 11:18; 2 Tim. 2:25), faith is also a supernatural gift of God. Ephesians 2:8–9 affirms this: “By grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not as a result of works, so that no one may boast.”
2 Peter 1:3-4
King James Version
3 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue:4 Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
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You are in error on not reading/hearing the God-breathed Scriptures-
And two-in error as to the context of the one theology verse given-
The statement you provided comes from 1 Corinthians 2:14, which is part of a larger passage where the apostle Paul discusses the wisdom of God contrasted with human wisdom. Understanding the context of this verse helps clarify its meaning:
Context:
Human vs. Divine Wisdom:
In the preceding verses (1 Corinthians 2:6-13), Paul contrasts human wisdom with God's wisdom. He emphasizes that God's wisdom is revealed through the Spirit and is hidden from those who rely solely on human understanding.
Spiritual Discernment:
Paul explains that the truths of God's wisdom are spiritually discerned. They are not comprehended through human intellect alone but are revealed by the Holy Spirit to those who have received the Spirit.
The Natural Man and the Spiritual Man:
Paul distinguishes between the "natural" person (literally, the "psychic" or soulish person) and the "spiritual" person. The natural person does not possess the Spirit of God and therefore cannot understand or accept spiritual truths.
Rejection of Spiritual Truth:
The verse you provided (1 Corinthians 2:14) highlights that those without the Spirit of God consider spiritual truths to be foolishness. Their lack of spiritual discernment prevents them from grasping the significance and value of these truths.
Interpretation:
Based on the context, the statement in 1 Corinthians 2:14 underscores the necessity of the Holy Spirit in understanding and accepting spiritual truths. Those who do not have the Spirit of God are unable to comprehend these truths because they rely solely on human wisdom and understanding. Spiritual discernment comes through the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit, who illuminates the Word of God and enables believers to perceive its depth and significance.
Conclusion:
Understanding the broader context of 1 Corinthians 2:14 helps illuminate its meaning. The verse emphasizes the indispensable role of the Holy Spirit in revealing and understanding spiritual truths, highlighting the contrast between human wisdom and the wisdom of God. It underscores the need for spiritual discernment, which comes through the Spirit of God, in grasping the deeper truths of God's revelation.
Joshua 1:8:
"Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful."
Psalm 119:105:
"Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path."
Psalm 119:11:
"I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you."
Proverbs 3:1-2:
"My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity."
Proverbs 4:20-21:
"My son, pay attention to what I say; turn your ear to my words. Do not let them out of your sight, keep them within your heart."
Isaiah 34:16:
"Look in the scroll of the LORD and read: None of these will be missing, not one will lack her mate. For it is his mouth that has given the order, and his Spirit will gather them together."
Jeremiah 15:16:
"When your words came, I ate them; they were my joy and my heart's delight, for I bear your name, LORD God Almighty."
Daniel 10:21:
"But I will tell you what is inscribed in the book of truth: there is none who contends by my side against these except Michael, your prince."
Malachi 2:7:
"For the lips of a priest ought to preserve knowledge, because he is the messenger of the LORD Almighty and people seek instruction from his mouth."
Malachi 3:16:
"Then those who feared the LORD talked with each other, and the LORD listened and heard. A scroll of remembrance was written in his presence concerning those who feared the LORD and honored his name."
New Testament References:
Matthew 4:4:
"Jesus answered, 'It is written: Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.'"
Matthew 5:18:
"For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished."
Luke 4:16-17:
"He went to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, and on the Sabbath day he went into the synagogue, as was his custom. He stood up to read, and the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to him. Unrolling it, he found the place where it is written..."
Luke 24:44-45:
"He said to them, 'This is what I told you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets and the Psalms.' Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures."
John 5:39:
"You study the Scriptures diligently because you think that in them you have eternal life. These are the very Scriptures that testify about me..."
Acts 17:11:
"Now the Berean Jews were of more noble character than those in Thessalonica, for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true."
Romans 15:4:
"For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope."
2 Timothy 3:16-17:
"All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work."
Hebrews 4:12:
"For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart."
James 1:22:
"Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says."
These references underscore the importance of engaging with and obeying the Scriptures in both the Old and New Testaments.
J.
Ritajanice
Born-Again
The Bible is Gods written word..I’m afraid it doesn’t make our spirit Born Again.
You don’t need to read a Bible to be Born Again by Gods Living Witness His Holy Spirit..
That’s who makes our spirit Born Again...if you never read a Bible again, you will never die, because we have been Born Again.. we just won’t grow and mature...
Those who often post reams and reams of scripture, when asked what that scripture means..they can’t explain as they lack spiritual understanding...they can only understand in their human intellect.
The seed we are Born Again of...is Gods seed, His Living Witness the Holy Spirit....just as His word says.
Spirit gives birth to spirit.
Flesh gives birth to flesh.
Spiritual birth...= The Living Spiritual birth = Gods Witness His Living Holy Spirit...He Witnesses Gods Truth to our spirit...The Spirit testifies with our spirit that we are Gods children.
3 Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again.[a]”
4 “How can someone be born when they are old?” Nicodemus asked. “Surely they cannot enter a second time into their mother’s womb to be born!”
5 Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born of water and the Spirit.6 Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit[b] gives birth to spirit. 7 You should not be surprised at my saying, ‘You[c] must be born again.’ 8 The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit.”[d]
You don’t need to read a Bible to be Born Again by Gods Living Witness His Holy Spirit..
That’s who makes our spirit Born Again...if you never read a Bible again, you will never die, because we have been Born Again.. we just won’t grow and mature...
Those who often post reams and reams of scripture, when asked what that scripture means..they can’t explain as they lack spiritual understanding...they can only understand in their human intellect.
The seed we are Born Again of...is Gods seed, His Living Witness the Holy Spirit....just as His word says.
Spirit gives birth to spirit.
Flesh gives birth to flesh.
Born of water= human birth amniotic fluid.
Spiritual birth...= The Living Spiritual birth = Gods Witness His Living Holy Spirit...He Witnesses Gods Truth to our spirit...The Spirit testifies with our spirit that we are Gods children.
John 3
New International Version
Jesus Teaches Nicodemus
3 Now there was a Pharisee, a man named Nicodemus who was a member of the Jewish ruling council. 2 He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the signs you are doing if God were not with him.”3 Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again.[a]”
4 “How can someone be born when they are old?” Nicodemus asked. “Surely they cannot enter a second time into their mother’s womb to be born!”
5 Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born of water and the Spirit.6 Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit[b] gives birth to spirit. 7 You should not be surprised at my saying, ‘You[c] must be born again.’ 8 The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit.”[d]
(2 Peter 1:1–2) 1Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To the elect who are exiles of the Dispersion throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, chosena 2according to the foreknowledge of God the Father and sanctified by the Spirit for obedience to Jesus Christ and sprinkling by His blood: Grace and peace be yours in abundance. A Living Hope 3Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By His great mercy He has given us new birthb into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, reserved in heaven for you, 5who through faith are shielded by God’s power for the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time. 6In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trials 7so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ. 8Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy, 9now that you are receiving the goal of your faith, the salvation of your souls. 10Concerning this salvation, the prophets who foretold the grace to come to you searched and investigated carefully, 11trying to determine the time and setting to which the Spirit of Christ in them was pointing when He predicted the sufferings of Christ and the glories to follow. 12It was revealed to them that they were not serving themselves, but you, when they foretold the things now announced by those who preached the gospel to you by the Holy Spirit sent from heaven. Even angels long to look into these things. A Call to Holiness (Hebrews 12:14–17) 13Therefore prepare your minds for action.c Be sober-minded. Set your hope fully on the grace to be given you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. 14As obedient children, do not conform to the passions of your former ignorance. 15But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do, 16for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.”d 17Since you call on a Father who judges each one’s work impartially, conduct yourselves in reverent fear during your stay as foreigners. 18For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life you inherited from your forefathers, 19but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or spot. 20He was known before the foundation of the world, but was revealed in the last times for your sake. 21Through Him you believe in God, who raised Him from the dead and glorified Him; and so your faith and hope are in God. The Enduring Word (Isaiah 40:6–8) 22Since you have purified your souls by obedience to the truth so that you have a genuine love for your brothers, love one another deeply, from a pure heart.e 23For you have been born again, not of perishable seed, but of imperishable, through the living and enduring word of God. 24For, “All flesh is like grass, and all its glory like the flowers of the field; the grass withers and the flowers fall, 25but the word of the Lord stands forever.”f And this is the word that was proclaimed to you. |
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Ritajanice
Born-Again
| 1 Corinthians 12 ► |
1Now about spiritual gifts, brothers, I do not want you to be uninformed. 2You know that when you were pagans, you were influenced and led astray to mute idols. 3Therefore I inform you that no one who is speaking by the Spirit of God says, “Jesus be cursed,” and no one can say, “Jesus is Lord,” except by the Holy Spirit. 4There are different gifts, but the same Spirit. 5There are different ministries, but the same Lord. 6There are different ways of working, but the same God works all things in all people. 7Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good.8To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom, to another the message of knowledge by the same Spirit, 9to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by that one Spirit, 10to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits, to another speaking in various tongues, and to still another the interpretation of tongues. 11All these are the work of one and the same Spirit, who apportions them to each one as He determines. The Body of Christ 12The body is a unit, though it is composed of many parts. And although its parts are many, they all form one body. So it is with Christ. 13For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Greeks, slave or free, and we were all given one Spirit to drink. 14For the body does not consist of one part, but of many. 15If the foot should say, “Because I am not a hand, I do not belong to the body,” that would not make it any less a part of the body. 16And if the ear should say, “Because I am not an eye, I do not belong to the body,” that would not make it any less a part of the body. 17If the whole body were an eye, where would the sense of hearing be? If the whole body were an ear, where would the sense of smell be? 18But in fact, God has arranged the members of the body, every one of them, according to His design. 19If they were all one part, where would the body be?20As it is, there are many parts, but one body. 21The eye cannot say to the hand, “I do not need you.” Nor can the head say to the feet, “I do not need you.” 22On the contrary, the parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable, 23and the parts we consider less honorable, we treat with greater honor. And our unpresentable parts are treated with special modesty,24whereas our presentable parts have no such need. But God has composed the body and has given greater honor to the parts that lacked it, 25so that there should be no division in the body, but that its members should have mutual concern for one another. 26If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it. The Greater Gifts 27Now you are the body of Christ, and each of you is a member of it. 28And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, and those with gifts of healing, helping, administration, and various tongues. 29Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles? 30Do all have gifts of healing? Do all speak in tongues? Do all interpret? 31But eagerly desire the greater gifts. And now I will show you the most excellent way. |
Rather quote reams and reams of Scriptures than go on "strange fire"
1. The Bible as God's Written Word:
Greek and Hebrew Word Studies:
"Bible" (Greek: βίβλος, biblos): Originally referred to any written document or scroll. In a Christian context, it specifically denotes the sacred Scriptures.
"Word" (Greek: λόγος, logos): Represents the divine utterance, revelation, or communication of God. It encompasses God's spoken word as well as the written Scriptures.
"Written" (Greek: γραφή, graphē): Refers to the act of writing or inscription. In the context of the Bible, it denotes the Scriptures as recorded and preserved in written form.
Biblical References:
2 Timothy 3:16: "All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness..."
Psalm 119:105: "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path."
2. Spiritual Rebirth and the Role of the Holy Spirit:
Greek and Hebrew Word Studies:
"Born Again" (Greek: γεννηθῇ ἄνωθεν, gennēthē anōthen): Literally means "born from above" or "born anew." It denotes a spiritual rebirth or regeneration initiated by God.
"Spirit" (Greek: πνεῦμα, pneuma): Refers to the Holy Spirit, the third person of the Trinity, who brings about spiritual renewal and transformation.
Biblical References:
John 3:3: "Jesus answered him, 'Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.'"
Titus 3:5: "He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit..."
3. Relationship Between the Bible and Spiritual Rebirth:
Exegetical Analysis:
While the Bible serves as God's written revelation and is instrumental in guiding believers in faith and practice, it does not possess inherent power to regenerate or make one "born again."
Spiritual rebirth is a supernatural work of God's grace, accomplished through the agency of the Holy Spirit, as emphasized in Scripture.
However, the Bible does play a vital role in the process of spiritual rebirth by serving as the primary means through which God reveals Himself, His will, and His redemptive plan to humanity.
The Holy Spirit often uses the Scriptures to convict, illuminate, and transform hearts, leading individuals to repentance, faith, and new life in Christ.
Conclusion:
The statement that the Bible alone can make one "born again" is erroneous and fails to recognize the essential role of the Holy Spirit in spiritual regeneration.
While the Bible is God's written word and is indispensable for the Christian life, spiritual rebirth is ultimately the work of God's grace, accomplished through the power of the Holy Spirit in response to faith and repentance.
Both the Bible and the Holy Spirit work synergistically in the process of spiritual transformation, leading believers to a deeper understanding of God's truth and a renewed relationship with Him.
You need to study.
J.
Ritajanice
Born-Again
Readers.
You never have to read a Bible to become Born Again that is an untruth..
The Bible plays no part in being regenerated by the Spirit Of God....you know in your spirit 100% when you have been Born Of God’s Living seed...the Bible that you then go straight out and buy, once you know in your spirit that you are Born Again....there it is in Gods written word....The written word backs up Gods Living witness the Holy Spirit, he is the one who testifies with our spirit that we are Gods children.
Gods Living witness His Living Holy Spirit is the only one who can make our spirit Born Again.
The written word tells you how you can become Born Again...but you can only understand the written word by becoming Born Of God’s seed by His Living Holy Spirit..
The Living witness of God His Holy Spirit backs up Gods written word....once your spirit has become Born Again by His Spirit...just as His word says.
Who leads you through scripture and how are you led through scripture?
You never have to read a Bible to become Born Again that is an untruth..
The Bible plays no part in being regenerated by the Spirit Of God....you know in your spirit 100% when you have been Born Of God’s Living seed...the Bible that you then go straight out and buy, once you know in your spirit that you are Born Again....there it is in Gods written word....The written word backs up Gods Living witness the Holy Spirit, he is the one who testifies with our spirit that we are Gods children.
Gods Living witness His Living Holy Spirit is the only one who can make our spirit Born Again.
The written word tells you how you can become Born Again...but you can only understand the written word by becoming Born Of God’s seed by His Living Holy Spirit..
The Living witness of God His Holy Spirit backs up Gods written word....once your spirit has become Born Again by His Spirit...just as His word says.
Who leads you through scripture and how are you led through scripture?
Who brings Gods written word to your understanding?
How do you know that the Bible is Gods word?
How would you know that?
Where do you need to know in you that the Bible is the word of God?
How do you know that the Bible is Gods word?
How would you know that?
Where do you need to know in you that the Bible is the word of God?
| 1 Corinthians 12 ► |
1Now about spiritual gifts, brothers, I do not want you to be uninformed. 2You know that when you were pagans, you were influenced and led astray to mute idols. 3Therefore I inform you that no one who is speaking by the Spirit of God says, “Jesus be cursed,” and no one can say, “Jesus is Lord,” except by the Holy Spirit. 4There are different gifts, but the same Spirit. 5There are different ministries, but the same Lord. 6There are different ways of working, but the same God works all things in all people. 7Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good.8To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom, to another the message of knowledge by the same Spirit, 9to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by that one Spirit, 10to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits, to another speaking in various tongues, and to still another the interpretation of tongues. 11All these are the work of one and the same Spirit, who apportions them to each one as He determines. The Body of Christ 12The body is a unit, though it is composed of many parts. And although its parts are many, they all form one body. So it is with Christ. 13For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Greeks, slave or free, and we were all given one Spirit to drink. 14For the body does not consist of one part, but of many. 15If the foot should say, “Because I am not a hand, I do not belong to the body,” that would not make it any less a part of the body. 16And if the ear should say, “Because I am not an eye, I do not belong to the body,” that would not make it any less a part of the body. 17If the whole body were an eye, where would the sense of hearing be? If the whole body were an ear, where would the sense of smell be? 18But in fact, God has arranged the members of the body, every one of them, according to His design. 19If they were all one part, where would the body be?20As it is, there are many parts, but one body. 21The eye cannot say to the hand, “I do not need you.” Nor can the head say to the feet, “I do not need you.” 22On the contrary, the parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable, 23and the parts we consider less honorable, we treat with greater honor. And our unpresentable parts are treated with special modesty,24whereas our presentable parts have no such need. But God has composed the body and has given greater honor to the parts that lacked it, 25so that there should be no division in the body, but that its members should have mutual concern for one another. 26If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it. The Greater Gifts 27Now you are the body of Christ, and each of you is a member of it. 28And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, and those with gifts of healing, helping, administration, and various tongues. 29Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles? 30Do all have gifts of healing? Do all speak in tongues? Do all interpret? 31But eagerly desire the greater gifts. And now I will show you the most excellent way. |
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Sorry-you cannot "divorce" the Scriptures from your "experience"
Word Studies from the Old Testament:
a. Hebrew Word Studies:
"Born Again": In the Old Testament, the concept of being "born again" is often expressed through the Hebrew term "חָדַשׁ" (chadash), which means "renew" or "make anew" (Psalm 51:10).
"Holy Spirit": The Hebrew phrase "רוּחַ הַקֹּדֶשׁ" (ruach ha-qodesh) refers to the Holy Spirit, emphasizing His role in regeneration and spiritual renewal (Isaiah 63:10-11).
2. Word Studies from the New Testament:
a. Greek Word Studies:
"Born Again": In the New Testament, being "born again" is conveyed through the Greek term "γεννηθῇ ἄνωθεν" (gennēthē anōthen), which means "born from above" (John 3:3).
"Holy Spirit": The Greek phrase "πνεῦμα ἅγιον" (pneuma hagion) refers to the Holy Spirit, emphasizing His sanctifying work in believers (Acts 1:8).
3. Exegetical Analysis:
a. Clarification of the Statement:
The statement begins by asserting that one does not need to read the Bible to experience spiritual rebirth. Instead, it emphasizes the indispensable role of God's living Holy Spirit in the regeneration of the human spirit.
It acknowledges that the written word (the Bible) provides instructions on how to experience spiritual rebirth but underscores that true understanding of the Scriptures comes only through being born of God's seed by His living Holy Spirit.
b. Integration of Word Studies:
The Hebrew and Greek word studies highlight the biblical concepts of spiritual renewal and the Holy Spirit's role in regeneration.
Both the Old and New Testaments emphasize the necessity of being born again and the transformative work of the Holy Spirit in this process.
4. Conclusion:
The statement emphasizes the primacy of God's living Holy Spirit in the process of spiritual rebirth, while also recognizing the importance of the written word (the Bible) as a guide for understanding God's truth. By integrating word studies from both the Old and New Testaments, we gain a deeper understanding of the biblical foundations underlying the assertion that spiritual rebirth is initiated and facilitated by God's living Holy Spirit.
Hope this is big enough for ya.
J.
Ritajanice
Born-Again
We are Born Again just as Gods written word says...it’s a Living spiritual birth...Born of Gods seed, that seed that our spirit is Born Again Of is Gods Living seed His Living Holy Spirit
..we are not Born Of The Bible.
We are Born Of The Spirit...just as Gods written word backs up His Living witness the Holy Spirit.
The word Of God Is Alive and Active.
How were you Born Of Gods Living seed?
We aren’t saved from eternal damnation..not until our spirit is Born Again..we are in the righteousness of Christ only when we are Born Again of imperishable seed.
What does that mean?
..we are not Born Of The Bible.
We are Born Of The Spirit...just as Gods written word backs up His Living witness the Holy Spirit.
The word Of God Is Alive and Active.
How were you Born Of Gods Living seed?
We aren’t saved from eternal damnation..not until our spirit is Born Again..we are in the righteousness of Christ only when we are Born Again of imperishable seed.
What does that mean?
1When I came to you, brothers, I did not come with eloquence or wisdom as I proclaimed to you the testimony about God. 2For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified. 3I came to you in weakness and fear, and with much trembling. 4My message and my preaching were not with persuasive words of wisdom, but with a demonstration of the Spirit’s power, 5so that your faith would not rest on men’s wisdom, but on God’s power. Spiritual Wisdom (Ephesians 1:15–23) 6Among the mature, however, we speak a message of wisdom—but not the wisdom of this age or of the rulers of this age, who are coming to nothing. 7No, we speak of the mysterious and hidden wisdom of God,a which He destined for our glory before time began. 8None of the rulers of this age understood it. For if they had, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. 9Rather, as it is written: “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no heart has imagined, what God has prepared for those who love Him.”b 10But God has revealed it to us by the Spirit. The Spirit searches all things, even the deep things of God. 11For who among men knows the thoughts of man except his own spirit within him? So too, no one knows the thoughts of God except the Spirit of God. 12We have not received the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we may understand what God has freely given us. 13And this is what we speak, not in words taught us by human wisdom, but in words taught by the Spirit, expressing spiritual truths in spiritual words.c 14The natural man does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God. For they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually discerned. 15The spiritual man judges all things, but he himself is not subject to anyone’s judgment. 16“For who has known the mind of the Lord, so as to instruct Him?”d But we have the mind of Christ. |
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Neglecting context-
The context provided is from 1 Corinthians 2:1-16, where the apostle Paul addresses the Corinthians regarding his approach to preaching the gospel. Here's a breakdown of the passage:
Paul's Approach to Preaching (vv. 1-5):
Paul emphasizes that he did not rely on human eloquence or wisdom when he proclaimed the testimony about God. Instead, he focused solely on Jesus Christ and His crucifixion. Paul acknowledges his own weakness and fear but emphasizes the demonstration of the Spirit's power in his preaching, aiming to ground the Corinthians' faith in God's power rather than human wisdom.
Contrasting Human and Spiritual Wisdom (vv. 6-9):
Paul distinguishes between the wisdom of this age, which is fleeting and ultimately futile, and the mysterious and hidden wisdom of God, destined for the glory of believers. He highlights that this divine wisdom was concealed from the rulers of this age, who failed to recognize Jesus as the Lord of glory.
Revelation by the Spirit (vv. 10-13):
Paul explains that God has revealed His wisdom to believers through His Spirit, who searches the deep things of God. The Spirit enables believers to understand and grasp the truths freely given by God, which are expressed in spiritual words. This revelation contrasts with human wisdom and teaching.
Spiritual Discernment (vv. 14-16):
Paul contrasts the natural man, who cannot accept or understand the things of the Spirit, with the spiritual man, who discerns spiritual truths. He emphasizes that the spiritual man has the mind of Christ and is not subject to human judgment. Paul quotes Isaiah to underscore the incomprehensibility of God's wisdom to human understanding.
Conclusion:
In this passage, Paul emphasizes the superiority of divine wisdom revealed by the Spirit over human wisdom. He underscores the transformative power of the gospel and the necessity of spiritual discernment in understanding and embracing God's truth. The passage highlights the central role of the Holy Spirit in revealing and illuminating God's wisdom to believers, enabling them to grasp the depth of His purposes and plans.
J.
Ritajanice
Born-Again
How did you become Born Again?
Are you Born Again?
Has your spirit been regenerated?
What does Born Again mean?
You need God’s Living witness, he witnesses Gods truth to our heart/ Spirit?....how else would we become Born Again, if not by Gods Witness His Living Holy Spirit?
How do you know that your spirit is Born Of God’s seed?
What is your testimony on how you became Born Again by Gods Living witness His Holy Spirit?
The written word doesn’t cut it...without the Living witness of Gods Living Holy Spirit?
3Therefore I inform you that no one who is speaking by the Spirit of God says, “Jesus be cursed,” and no one can say, “Jesus is Lord,” except by the Holy Spirit ?
Reading the word and posting scripture doesn’t make our spirit Born Again.
Are you a Christian or has your spirit been Born Again by God Living Witness?
1 Peter 1:23
King James Version
23 Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever.Spirit gives birth to spirit?
We are also under the New Covenant...the Old Testament is non applicable to a Born Again.
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Very, very unbiblical statement--
The phrase "sword of the Spirit" appears in Ephesians 6:17 and is part of the metaphor Paul uses to describe the armor of God. Let's delve into an exegetical analysis of this phrase, incorporating Greek word studies, syntax, morphology, and cross-references.
Ephesians 6:17: The Sword of the Spirit
Context:
Ephesians 6:10-18 is a passage where Paul instructs believers to put on the full armor of God to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. Each piece of armor represents a spiritual truth or resource provided by God.
Ephesians 6:17 (ESV): "And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God."
Greek Word Studies:
Sword (μάχαιρα, machaira):
This term refers to a short sword or dagger used in close combat. It emphasizes precision and effectiveness in spiritual warfare.
Spirit (πνεῦμα, pneuma):
Refers to the Holy Spirit, the third person of the Trinity, who empowers and guides believers.
Word (ῥῆμα, rhēma):
This term specifically refers to the spoken word, a declaration, or a specific statement. It differs from "λόγος" (logos), which generally means the overall message or the written Word of God.
Syntax and Morphology:
Sword of the Spirit: The genitive case ("of the Spirit") indicates possession or source, meaning that the sword belongs to or is given by the Holy Spirit.
Which is the word of God: This phrase explains what the sword of the Spirit represents. The relative pronoun "which" (ὅ ἐστιν, ho estin) directly links the sword to the word of God, emphasizing the identification of the two.
Cross-References and Theological Implications:
Hebrews 4:12:
"For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart."
This verse underscores the power and penetrating ability of the word of God, likened to a sharp sword.
Matthew 4:1-11:
Jesus uses specific scriptures (ῥῆμα) to counter Satan's temptations, demonstrating the use of God's word as a weapon in spiritual battles.
Revelation 1:16; 19:15:
Describes a sharp two-edged sword coming out of Jesus' mouth, symbolizing the power of His word in judgment and warfare.
Isaiah 49:2:
"He made my mouth like a sharpened sword, in the shadow of his hand he hid me; he made me into a polished arrow and concealed me in his quiver."
This Old Testament reference links the prophetic word to a sharp sword, illustrating its power and effectiveness.
Application:
The "sword of the Spirit" in Ephesians 6:17 represents the word of God as a weapon given by the Holy Spirit to believers for spiritual warfare. This weapon is not a physical sword but a spiritual tool that can be used to counter the lies, temptations, and attacks of the enemy.
Key Points:
Living and Active: The word of God is not static but dynamic, able to penetrate deeply into our hearts and discern our innermost thoughts (Hebrews 4:12).
Used by Jesus: Jesus Himself used scripture to combat Satan's temptations, setting an example for believers (Matthew 4:1-11).
Given by the Spirit: The Holy Spirit empowers believers to understand and wield this weapon effectively, ensuring that the word of God is applied accurately and powerfully in various situations.
Conclusion:
The "sword of the Spirit" signifies the powerful and active word of God, which the Holy Spirit equips believers to use in spiritual warfare. It emphasizes the importance of knowing, understanding, and speaking God's word in our daily battles against spiritual forces. By engaging with the Scriptures, believers are armed with divine truth that cuts through deception and brings victory in their spiritual walk.
Tell me Senorita-since you have such a strong aversion to the written word-how do you engage in warfare?
J.
Ritajanice
Born-Again
As you have been Born Of God’s seed..are you not able to explain what in you has been Born Again..
You need God’s Living witness His Living Holy Spirit to back up the scripture you post ,as of yet you have failed to do so @Johann ?...you can’t seem to explain anything in the spirit....
By Gods Living witness His Holy Spirit...scripture doesn’t make your spirit Born Again.
Who makes our spirit Born Again?
The written word?
Or Gods Living witness His Holy Spirit?
How did you become Born Again?
Are you Born Again?
Has your spirit been regenerated?
What does Born Again mean?
You need God’s Living witness, he witnesses Gods truth to our heart/ Spirit?....how else would we become Born Again, if not by Gods Witness His Living Holy Spirit?
How do you know that your spirit is Born Of God’s seed?
What is your testimony on how you became Born Again by Gods Living witness His Holy Spirit?
The written word doesn’t cut it...without the Living witness of Gods Living Holy Spirit?
3Therefore I inform you that no one who is speaking by the Spirit of God says, “Jesus be cursed,” and no one can say, “Jesus is Lord,” except by the Holy Spirit ?
Reading the word and posting scripture doesn’t make our spirit Born Again.
Are you a Christian or has your spirit been Born Again by God Living Witness?
1 Peter 1:23
King James Version
23 Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever.Spirit gives birth to spirit?
We are also under the New Covenant...the Old Testament is non applicable to a Born Again.
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