Go to The Narrow Path Ministry Topic: Authority |
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| 2024-04-04 |
Authority of Scripture & Tradition:
Isn't the Protestant emphasis on the authority of scripture still somewhat based upon tradition (as Catholics so value) because of the later development of the canon of scripture? Book of Hebrews Authencity: How do we know that the book of Hebrews is reliable and authentic? [Hebrews 13:23]. |
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| 2024-04-03 |
Complementarian Roles:
Relative to the complementarian roles, at what age would a boy be too old for women to teach him? What about women leading worship? [1 Timothy 2:12-15]. |
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| 2024-03-27 |
Ordinations in Churches:
What do you think about ordinations and laying on of hands in churches? [1 Timothy 5:22] |
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| 2024-03-01 |
Authority in Christ on Earth:
What is the extent of the authority we have as believers on earth? [Romans 1:4, Romans 8:23, Psalm 2:9-11]. |
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| 2024-02-13 |
Jesus' Teaching with Authority:
Would you illuminate the passage about the teaching of Jesus astonishing the listeners and that He taught with authority, unlike the scribes? In contrast, how did the scribes teach? [Matthew 7:28-29, Matthew 5:43, Mark 1:21-22, Mark 11:28]. |
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| 2024-01-29 |
Submission to Government Authority:
Does Romans 13 (about submitting to government authorities) apply to us? [Romans 13:1-7, Daniel 2:21]. What to do about Dispensationalism: Did I hear you say that Dispensationalism is beginning to wane a little? Because it is getting harder to feel free to voice one's opinion in a Dispensational church, what can, or should, we do? |
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| 2024-01-23 |
Husbands & Wives (Submission, Love & Respect):
Can you respect someone if you don't love them? If a spouse is abusive or demeaning, should the wife still be submissive? |
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| 2023-12-15 |
Praying "In Jesus Name":
Why do we pray "in Jesus Name?" |
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| 2023-10-10 |
Obedience to Government Authorities:
Are there any scriptures that tell us not to obey the government if it is evil? [Hebrews 13:1-4, 1 Peter 2:13-17, John 19:11, Exodus 1:1-21, Daniel 3:14-25, Daniel 6:22, Acts 5:29]. |
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| 2023-09-19 |
Kingdom or Church Authority:
Would you describe how "kingdom" or "church" authority should manifest in this age in the church? [1 Corinthians 12:17-21]. |
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| 2023-09-15 |
"Novo" Organization & "Divine Counsel":
What do you think about an organization that is drawing its doctrine from rather unestablished & presumptuous material like the "divine counsel"("Unseen Realm" by Michael Heiser, Bible Project). [Genesis 6, Deuteronomy 32:6, Psalm 82]. Power from the Spiritual Realm: What do we need to know from scripture about how to pray effectively and powerfully? Do we need to claim authority to make our prayers work (as with healing, and authority over demons)? |
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| 2023-09-13 |
"Sola Scriptura":
Would you give me an argument to support "sola scripture" ("scripture alone")? Adultery & Pornography: Is viewing pornography the same as adultery (mental vs. physical)? |
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| 2023-09-08 |
Gospel of the Kingdom:
In what way is God's rule (or Kingship) different now that Jesus has come as King? [1 Samuel 8:7, Jeremiah 31:33, Isaiah 5:7]. Jesus Doesn't Currently "Appear" to be King on Earth: If Jesus is now already King and ruling, how do you respond to the observation that with so much turmoil, it does not appear to be a society that has Jesus as Lord and King? [John 16:33, Galatians 5:22-23]. |
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| 2023-09-01 |
"Inspired" Bible & Disciples:
Can you explain what is meant by "inspiration" relative to the writing the books of the Bible? [John 13:20, 2 Corinthians 6:2, 1 Corinthians 1:14-16]. |
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| 2023-07-06 |
Our Authority & Power Over Illness:
Do we have authority over and have the power to heal our physical illnesses? [Luke 10:17-19, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, Matthew 19:24]. |
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| 2023-06-27 |
Women Teaching Men:
Would you comment on my view that "women teaching men" would actually be exercising authority over them and; therefore should not be allowed? [1 Timothy 2:12]. |
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| 2023-06-19 |
Government Authority:
Were Christians protesting the government authorities? [Romans 13:1-3, 1 Peter 2:13-14]. |
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| 2023-05-08 |
Jesus or Satan in Charge on Earth:
Could you talk about the contradiction of Satan being the ruler of this world and yet, scripture indicates that Jesus has been given all authority on earth? [John 14:30, Matthew 28:18-20, Matthew 15]. |
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| 2023-04-17 |
Jesus' Authority & Limited Knowledge:
Didn't Jesus already have all authority prior to the scripture that says it was given to Him? Did he have limited knowledge? [Hebrews 2:9, Ephesians 1:21, Matthew 28 :18, Daniel 7:9-10, Luke 2:52, Matthew 24:36, Philippians 2:7, Matthew 12:29]. |
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| 2023-01-16 |
Hank Hanegraaff:
Are you familiar with Hank Hanegraaff, the "Bible Answer Man"? Appointing & Electing Leaders: Could you clarify the context of appointing leaders as compared to now, including elections. [1 Peter 2:14, Hosea 8:4]]. |
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| 2022-12-16 |
Government Authority:
Could you comment on the Romans 13 passage about government authority? [Romans 13:1-4, Matthew 28:18, 1 Peter 2:13-14, John 19:11]. |
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| 2022-12-16 |
Government Authority:
Caller disagrees with Steve, suggesting that we owe government more submission than Steve indicated in an earlier call. |
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| 2022-12-09 |
Accountability, Authority & Submission:
Is it biblical that I should be submitting to someone in authority for accountability? [Hebrews 13:17, Hebrews 13:10, 1 Corinthians 11:3, Mark 10:42-45, Matthew 20:25, Matthew 23:8-10, 2 Cortinthians 3:17, John 2:5]. |
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| 2022-11-08 |
Canon of Scripture & Prophecy:
Why is the canon of scripture closed if the gift of prophecy is so valued as a gift? [I Corinthians 14:1, I Thessalonians 5:20, I Corinthians 12:28, Ephesians 2:20, Ephesians 4:11, Acts 21:9, John 13:20, I Corinthians 14:29, Acts 21:11, I Corinthians 14:3]. |
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| 2022-11-07 |
Women in the Pulpit:
Should we have women in the pulpit leading a church? [Acts 20:28, I Peter 5:1-4. I Timothy 3:2, Titus 1:6, I Timothy 2:12, Acts 18:24-26, 2 Timothy 4:19. 2 Timothy 1:5, Mark 16:5-7, Matthew 28:7]. |
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| 2022-10-28 |
Handing Over the Kingdom to Jesus & God:
Could you talk about the scriptures that suggest that the Kingdom is handed over to Christ for management and also handed back to God? Recommendation; "Empire of the Risen Son" (Vol 1& 2) by Steve Gregg. [Matthew 11:27, I Corinthians 15:22-24, Judges 8:22-23, Matthew 28:18, Psalm 110:1]. |
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| 2022-10-11 |
Inerrancy & Application in Scipture:
Because the Bible is inerrant, doesn't each scripture apply to every one of us, rather than only selectively applicable to some of us? Adultery: A man says the Bible does not apply in its restriction on adultery, because he is not the one that is married, though the woman with whom he has sex, is married. |
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| 2022-09-20 |
Bad Government Officials:
If everyone in government is place by God how can we reconcile bad government officials like now and Hitler, unless it is a judgment of God? [Romans 13:1, Hosea 8:4, I Peter 2:12-13, Daniel 2:21]. |
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| 2022-08-05 |
Authority on a Woman's Head:
Could you talk about the angels (authority) on my head? [I Corinthians 11:10, I Corinthians 11:3-16, Genesis 6]. Women's Hair & Head Coverings: Is a women's hair also a covering? [I Corinthians 11:10, I Corinthians 11:16, Acts 18:18]. |
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| 2022-08-01 |
Calvinist-Debate & Defense with Scripture:
What are the scriptures used most often for Calvinism, and how do we defend against them saying that certain verse "don't mean that"? [2 Peter 3:8-10]. |
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| 2022-06-15 |
Apostolic Authority:
How should an evangelical take the scripture about apostolic authority, in contrast to the Catholics? [Hebrews 2:3-4]. |
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| 2022-06-06 |
Catholic Authority:
Does Catholicism have more authority over other denominations? [Acts 17:11]. Denominational Choice: Does it matter what denomination one belongs to live a life in obedience to Jesus Christ? [Matthew 15:1-20, Acts 17:10, John 8:31, I Corinthians 5:13]. Catholic Saints Mistaken: Could literature of Catholic saints actually be wrong? |
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| 2022-04-08 |
Submission to Government Authority:
How can it be that someone like Adolph Hitler could be a government official ordained by God? [Romans 13:1-4, Romans 1:25, 2 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Peter 2:13-14]. |
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| 2022-04-07 |
Government Authority-Civil Obediences or Disobedience:
What should our attitude be as Christians regarding standing for righteousness within a corrupt government? [John 7:24, Romans 13:1-2, Exodus 1:15-21, Mark 12:17, John 19:11, I Peter 2:13-14]. |
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| 2022-04-07 |
Submitting to Authority:
Caller shares thoughts about the difference between obeying and submitting to government. [I Peter 2:13, Romans 13:1-2]. |
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| 2022-04-04 |
Being "Bold" and Being "Meek":
How do we manage two different things Jesus taught about being both "bold", but also "meek"? [Matthew 11:29, Acts 4:23-31]. Leaving Mormonism (LDS): How do I deal with the moral conflict in not submitting to the authority (lack of humility) when leaving the Mormon church? Mormonism vs. Following Jesus: Former Mormon encourages: Please let Mormons know what it looks like to follow Jesus, instead of Mormonism, because they so often abandon God altogether and become atheists? Show them the alternative. |
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| 2022-03-30 |
Women in Ministry:
Does the Bible support the idea of woman becoming pastors or elders? [I Corinthians 12, Romans 12, I Corinthians 14:1, I Peter 5:2-4, Acts 20:28]. Women in Authority Over Men: Should women be put in authority over men? [Mark 9:35, Mark 10:44, Matthew 20:26]. |
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| 2022-03-18 |
Eschatology & Politics in Judges (Daniel, Isaiah):
Atheist asks-Is there any eschatological or current political application to the Old Testament story of Ehud? [Judges 3]. Determining Biblical History from Parables & Allegories: From an atheist-How does one determine the difference between actual Biblical history, allegory, fables, parables, etc.? Atheist Questions Authenticity of Scripture: Atheist challenges that various religious groups differ dramatically in their opinions of the meanings in scripture, asserts that the Bible is false, and challenges how one determines the correct interpretation of scripture. |
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| 2022-02-09 |
Background Checks for Churches:
Caller shares an alternate opinion about requiring background checks and clearance to work with children. Rebellion Against Government Restrictions: Where should one draw the line in submitting to others, including government authorities & general civil rights? [Acts 5:29, Acts 4:19]. Cautioning Others to Avoid Persecution: Should I be cautioning my friend in China to be more careful about talking about things that could get him in trouble? [Matthew 10:16]. |
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| 2022-02-08 |
Governmental Authority:
Could you elaborate on your view of the scripture that says that God has given government authority and our obligation to submit to it? [Romans 13:1-4, I Peter 2:13-14, John 19:11]. |
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| 2021-12-28 |
Government's Role:
Would you agree that the government should not be allowed to become preeminent? [Romans 13:1-4, John 19:11]. Refined as Silver: What is the difference between being refined as silver and being tried by affliction? [Isaiah 48:9-11, I Peter 1:7]. |
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| 2021-12-28 |
Inspiration of Scripture:
Can you clarify your position on the "inspiration of scripture"? [2 Timothy 3:16]. Automatic Writing from God: Do you think that the Old Testament was written with automatic writing from God? Moses' Source of Information: Do you think that Moses got his information from God about Genesis, etc.? |
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| 2021-12-23 |
Steve Gregg's View of "Inspiration":
Could you clarify your position on "inspiration" regarding scripture? [Ephesians 3:1-6, 2 Corinthians 5:20, I Corinthians 7:40, John 13:20, Romans 15:28, Galatians 2:11-21, 2 Timothy 3:16, I Corinthians 1:14-17, I Corinthians 14:37]. |
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| 2021-11-22 |
Forgiving & Retaining Sins for Others:
What is meant by the verse about forgiving and retaining other's sins? [John 20:23, Ephesians 2:20, Matthew 18:18]. Apostle Paul's Authority: Do you think that, if Jesus is saying that the Apostles had special authority, would it also apply to Apostle Paul, since he wasn't one of the twelve? [John 20:23]. |
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| 2021-10-12 |
Authority Given to Some:
Did you say that there is no authority stated in scripture? [Hebrews 13:7, Hebrews 13:17, Hebrews 13:24, Mark 10:42-43, Matthew 20:25-27, Acts 16:4, Acts 20:29, Titus 1:5-9]. |
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| 2021-10-11 |
Women Teaching Adult Sunday School Classes:
Is my sister teaching adult Sunday School classes to both men and women in conflict with the scripture that women should not exercise authority over men? [1 Timothy 2-3]. |
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| 2021-10-05 |
Catholicism:
What is the best argument against Catholicism? (Ref: Debate with Jimmy Aiken). [I Corinthians 11:3, Matthew 20:25, Luke 22:25]. |
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| 2021-08-20 |
The Word of God (Scriptures) in Jesus' Time:
What was considered "the Bible" (the scriptures) before the New Testament was written, during Jesus' ministry & the apostles thereafter? [2 Timothy 3:16, John 8:31, John 13:20]. |
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| 2021-08-17 |
Obligation to Obey the Government Authorities:
Could you help me think through our obligation to submit to government authority? Are there times when we should even submit to unreasonable authority? [Romans 13:1]. |
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| 2021-08-10 |
About Lileth:
Could you tell me about Lileth? [Isaiah 34:14]. Adding to the Bible in the Future: Do you think there will ever be any upgrading (or adding to) the Bible in the future? |