but, can you honestly say that when you are quoting the Bible scripture that you are doing it for the glorification of God....or are you doing it in an attempt to prove your point?
If you are trying to prove your point, are you not casting stones?
2007-06-07 08:26:21 · 15 answers · asked by G.C. 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Since I have gotten older and much wiser and I am now learning the real meaning of being a Christian, I do not use the Bible to "throw stones" as you are speaking. The Bible is the Good News of Jesus Christ. That is the way I treat it. The Bible speaks of the redeemption of mankind through Jesus Christ, God's only Son. Through Jesus Christ you can have a better life on earth and you can spend an eternity with Him in Paradise. Jesus Christ is my Supreme Diety that I can call upon during trouble times and He is the one who will comfort me. That is what the Bible says to me. It is all Good News to me.
2007-06-07 08:33:07 · answer #1 · answered by mxcardinal 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This scripture is used by Christians and non Christians alike. It is almost like a cliche' by the worlds standards -
"He who is without sin cast the first stone"
We are ALL sinners which means we have no right to judge anyone. God is the ultimate judge. It is between you and Him.
Proving a point and judging are TWO different things.
For Christians, stating our point is called freedom of speech (as long as you don't judge or criticize someone) We have the right to our own opinion (which is usually called preaching or shoving beliefs down others' throats by others).
God knows that many on this site could use a lesson about not throwing stones.
2007-06-07 08:36:33 · answer #2 · answered by Kaliko 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
When one quotes scripture, if done in love, than they are glorifying God. It doesn't matter if they are trying to prove a point. Sometimes points need to be proved and they need to have backup. Just like when writing a paper, sources need to be cited and your point is made clearer when there are quotes. The same is true for the Bible.
For example, by me putting the following quote here, you will see that I am not just making this up, but it is actually what the Bible says.
"Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." (2 Timothy 2:15)
2007-06-07 08:37:54 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
What does the following verse say...
" All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:" 2 Timothy 3:16
The Bible can be used for teaching, correction, reproof (rebuke), etc. By quoting scripture we are teaching or proving a point using God's words. All have sinned but that does not exclude us from teaching and it certainly would not be "casting stones."
2007-06-07 08:47:23 · answer #4 · answered by TG 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
throwing stones is the act of picking up small pieces of sedimentary or igneous accretions and launching them through the atmosphere.
Quoting from a book is copying the printed or digital words already written and placing them in another context for the purpose of education or debate.
I don't see the similarity.
It's like a whole different vibe man!
2007-06-07 11:06:30 · answer #5 · answered by hairypotto 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So,what are you doing now? Proving a point? Sounds like you have a double standard yourself, so why sould we listen to you?
And it also means that you are not aware of the difference between judging a person, and simply disagreeing with what they are doing.
But then again, why should we Christians care how you interpret either our scriptures, or our actions? You are just a troll trying to mock us, not someone seriously looking for answers.
2007-06-07 08:31:30 · answer #6 · answered by Randy G 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I personally prefer to quote the Bible because the author knows far more than I do.
I am also following the example Jesus set. He did not speak of his own initiative, but rather what God told him to speak. (John 5:19, 30; 8:28; 12:49)
He quite often began statements with "It is written." (Matthew 4:4, 7, 10)
2007-06-07 08:32:38 · answer #7 · answered by Abdijah 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Quoting a short text from the Bible often lends validation to an otherwise thought to be,personal opinion. Many,often times,do want to hear scriptual reasons rather than purely subjective presentations.
EDIT I would now like to copy and paste the entire book of Revelation to butress my point. (Just kidding)
2007-06-07 08:36:16 · answer #8 · answered by bonsai bobby 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
How about this premise:
Even when I think I am doing it to glorify Him, I may actually be attempting to prove my point. That is the depth of man's wretchedness. Likewise, when I may be doing it to prove my point, God may use my dumb ace to witness to someone. That is the extent of God's awesome grace. After all, He used an @ss, right?
2007-06-07 08:31:54 · answer #9 · answered by Soundtrack to a Nightmare 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
JESUS QUOTED THE OLD TESTAMENT . IF SOMEONE WHATS TO KNOW WHAT IS IN THE MIND OF GOD , WE HAVE THE BIBLE. WE ARE TOLD TO STUDY THE BIBLE , AND OUR ANSWERS TO LIFE'S QUESTION COME FROM THE SAME BIBLE . USUALLY IF SOMEONE DOES NOT LIKE THE BIBLE BEING QUOTED ITS BECAUSE THEY ALREADY HAVE THEIR MIND MADE UP TO JUSTIFY THEIR SIN OR LIFE STYLE. AND THEY ARE NOT ABLE TO DISMISS THE BIBLE SO EASILY. ONCE ITS HAS BEEN QUOTED TO THEM.
2007-06-07 09:00:44 · answer #10 · answered by FRANK C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋