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I'm not sure what you mean by "...because of the Gospel".

Fruit is the work of the Spirit, not because of the Gospel. It is the opposite of the "works of the flesh"

I'd be interested to see scripture both ways - that Satan coud or could not. The Angels, as created beings, show some agency to follow the commands of God:

Interesting link - thanks for that. There appears to be a variation in how strictly these ordinances are applied. Some would say they were cultural - this might be where the Lutheran church stands, I haven't looked at it in depth, and others would take a more conservative stance and appeal to...

Imo, I think this point gets lost in the shuffle when the sacraments are being discussed with mainline Protestants. I know much of the time discussion in other threads can focus on the body/blood/bread/wine matter, and not so much on the point you've made. And it is important. When communing...

Mark 7:9 And he said unto them, Full well ye reject the commandment of God, that ye may keep your own tradition. The above^^has been quoted a few times now by our SDA friend in objection to certain Protestant practices and doctrines. It's piqued my interest to know how far we are willing to go...

Yes, and a Prophet also cursed children who were then mauled by bears - that IS scripture. Holy Tradition ought not to be disregarded when it makes us uneasy. As for "church history" - when we point to the Bible itself, what do you believe it is we're pointing to but history in the truest sense?

I was a bit surprised by not observing communion two weeks in a row - it's uncommon for us, but not unheard of I guess. I was just in a place where I felt I needed it. Our presentation form the 'mission boat' project this coming week will be interesting, though. It'll be a chance to hear about...

Just home from seeing 'Joker'. Quite an excellent but disturbing film. Joaquin Phoenix deserves an Oscar for this one.

The writers have found a way to keep it interesting so far. it's delving more into his navigating personal relationships which appears to have some good life to it. It may eventually go the way of "House" - good writing and stories can only go so far until it repeats itself.

Headed for service in a few minutes. Due to work commitments I'm unable to attend four weeks at a time (four on-four off). I look forward to returning, anticipating participating in Communion. This week and next are "Non-Communion" services, focusing instead on some missions work and other...

Regarding point '5' of the OP, can you explain what is meant by "...personal being, sharing the attributes of deity (sic)..."?

Btw, I didn't intend to come and be a thread killer, or to push others out. Please come back if you have been a part of this conversation. Different voices need to be heard. :)

I've agreed with you that the Law cannot forgive. However there's disagreement about what the Law actually refers to. The Law points to our sinful nature, and the fact that sin is in the world. We are born in sin, and sin is all around us. We cannot combat it, rise above it, overcome it. Christ...

Lamm, we cannot do these things AT ALL! We NEEDED Christ to come, die, and rise again. The Holy Spirit in us enables us to act, however imperfectly. I'm sorry you see things this way.

Hey Josiah! I don't think Lamm and I are as far off with one another as we think. I chopped off a bit of your post above because the last part got to where I was going. Some don't know Christ as 'The Way' so follow his example because he's a pretty good man and said a lot of things that will...

And how do you respond to that? Not at all. The Gospel of Christ is filled with his example which he left for us, not to fulfill perfectly - he was the only perfect Son of God. But he did send the Holy Spirit, who is alive in us and motivates us to do the work of God in the world. And where...

So the command of God Himself to "go and do likewise", what shall we do with that? And it was a command - no conditions were attached to it. No qualifiers. It is true that we CAN'T "do likewise" in the perfect way that Christ has done for us, but he has set the standard. And it's not a standard...

It is quite good, but I'm assuming that would affect your health too much?

It does have Sucralose as the last ingredient, but sugar, water, and instant coffee along with the famous "artificial ingredients" are also in it