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Hi David: Some additional information on the creation of angels might help to nail down some further thought: #1 Job 38:4-7: It is felt from this verse of scripture that the angels (son of the morning) were rejoicing with God at t…
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Iqbal: I like that quote from Origen. This study has been interesting for sure. The Lexicon study came about because of a previous remark made re: the perpetual virginity of Mary. As with many people on the journey, some things takes time to ass…
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Boricua: In follow up to our dialogue on the "ever virgin Mary". To deal with the subject from a more theological vantage point as we spoke on the Greek words adelphos/adelphe. Fribert Lexicon definitions: 414 00414 avdelfo,j, ou/, o` brother; …
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Hos: Just to add a scripture to the dialogue which could possibly clarify it a bit more, take a look at 1 Cor. 15:38-41. With a bit of study and reflection, I think you will find understanding there. God's blessings & peace be with you toda…
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Absolutely! I believe you and I are on the same page. I trust that the Lord is blessing your day?? There have some interesting topics on this site. It has been a blessing to be a part of the Body of Christ in dialogue regarding spiritual matters…
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Iqbal: I guess I thought the question was about "angels" generically, not the Angel of the Lord, which is felt to be an appearance of the preincarnate Christ. Appearances of the "Angel of the Lord" Hagar - Gen. 16:7-8; 21:17; Gen. 22:11,15 …
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Iqbal: Just an additional note to add to the brother/sister issue regarding Christ Jesus. The Koine Greek words used for brothers is "adelphos" and sister "adelphe". A dear friend of mine is an expert in reading and interpreting Koine Greek, with…
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What an interesting topic! Thought I might take an opportunity to share some thoughts on the subject of angels. I'm not an expert, but maybe I can add something to the dialogue: 1. Angels are heavenly beings created by God. 2. Angels are immort…
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Thanks for your speedy response. Spent a period of time doing my homework, looking at Origen, St. Clement and St. Ignatius of Antioch. (WOW). I did however come across something interesting. When time permits take a quick look and share with me …
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In response to your address to me, the following statement was made. _____________________________________________ But HKelly touched upon someone whom after the Lord Jesus Christ I love very dearly: the Holy Theotokos- EVER-VIRGIN Mary. HKe…
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Boricua: Thank you for your response and the considerations you shared. You gave me some scriptural quotes to support your position, but the Mary issue still remains unanswered. Since the canonized version of scripture does not address the Mother…
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POINT 1: THE STATEMENT RE: JEHOVAH WITNESSES BEING CONSIDERED CHRISTIAN. Very interesting statement that was made: Jehovah Witnesses considered Christian! I hate to disappoint you, but they do not consider themselves a part o…
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Thanks Sleepy! :) I have to admit my eyes are tired from all the reading and research. In His Service
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It is important to understand that Christians from the Protestant tradition practice Sola Scriptura; what is written in the canonized version of the Holy Scriptures is what is practiced. Unfortunately, many Protestants are not aware of the writings…
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I pray that as I approach this answer from an Orthodox position, it might bring clarity to the issue of female 'diaconates'. Research in the Orthodox history has revealed the following: First of the early women deacons: Sts. Triphena, Phoebe &…
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Though my reply is a little late, I would like to take this opportunity to share some beliefs practiced by those is the Protestant churches, at least in the Pentecostal/Holiness/Charismatic/Evangelical traditions. It was said that we do not practic…
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One of the greatest mysteries of Christianity is in trying to explain the concept of the Trinity (a word that is not found in scripture). Though the word itself is not found, the concept of that God is one-revealed as Father/Son and Holy Spirit goe…
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Mark: God's blessing be with you as well. I am so sorry you thought I was being subjected to questionable material. I found the reading interesting and worthy of further dialogue. However, I value your input, and thank you for the time you took …
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Hi Ibrahim: Thanks for your scholarly approach to my question. I felt the following information regarding headship might bring further clarity to a subject that has frequently been misunderstood in the Church. Head (kephale) The importance of un…
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Thank you for your words of encouragement! "for it is God who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleasure." Phil. 2:13
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Well Mark, thanks for the time you took to share your point of view with me. You are correct in that every tradition has its own views, and obviously the Coptic Orthodox Church is no different. I have often wondered why the Lord called me to min…