I.I.M. 2014 Questions
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What proportion of the general populace will actually participate in anarchy? When the scripture says “every man’s hand against his neighbor” should we understand that literally?
How do we understand Isa. 65:20 and Matt. 25:46 regarding those who go into the second death? Are there those who die during the age, and those who die at the end of the age?
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How do we understand Isa. 65:20 and Matt. 25:46 regarding those who go into the second death? Are there those who die during the age, and those who die at the end of the age?
Did God create anything directly besides the Logos? What Scriptural proofs do we have?
What about the Seventh Volume, and the statement recorded by Brother Menta Sturgeon: “Someone else can write that.”?
Does Ps.104:29-31 have some deeper meaning?
F142 says that the “exceeding great and precious promises of the Scriptures…belong only to the consecrated and their children”. In what way do these promises belong to the children of the consecrated?
What is the meaning of the phrase “…then began men to call upon the name of the LORD…” in Genesis 4:26?
We often use the phrase “spirit of the Truth”. For example we don’t want to lose the “spirit of the Truth”. What’s the scriptural basis for this phrase? What’s the full meaning and implication?
What is the meaning of Hebrews 11:5?
Jesus called Herod a fox (Luke 13:32). This seems like a derogatory phrase. Why did Jesus do this? What’s the context? Is Jesus an example for us in how we speak about rulers?
Was the deluge of Noah’s day local or global in character?
In Daniel 8:15-17 and context, is there a symbolic/prophetic application of these details?
Do we have a right to ask forgiveness of sins for others?
How we can put Micah 4:5 in the Millennial age time framework?
Is there any prophetic significance to the fact that 2014/215 will have four “blood moons” (total lunar eclipses)? The dates of these coincide with Passover and Sukkot in both years.
Likewise, there will be a full eclipse of the Sun on the 1st of Nisan / 20-Mar-2015.
(see Joel 2:31; Luke 21:25-27; Acts 2:20,21; Rev. 6:12,13)
Is there a difference between the temple of the Lord, the house of the Lord and their foundations? (Ezra 6:3)
Is 1 Kings 22:19-23 to be taken literally?
(a) In what way would God put a lying spirit in the mouth of others?
(b) Does God take into consideration the suggestions of others regarding His course of action?
If Jehovah God listens only to the prayers of the consecrated, how can we explain the supposed answered prayers of people outside the New Creation class?
How much of our stewardship should we use on behalf of others (not immediate family) if they tend to expect this as a duty toward them? Could this be sending “a wrong signal” if we comply with their wishes?
Are the ten camels in Genesis 24:10 ten doctrines? If so, what are they?
The title of R1864 is “The Privilege and Power of Prayer” Could the brethren share the power of prayer from their personal experiences?
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The title of R1864 is “The Privilege and Power of Prayer” Could the brethren share the power of prayer from their personal experiences?
Why is the resurrection of Lazarus only recorded in John?
Why did the star lead the wise men first to Jerusalem and after that to Bethlehem?
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Why did the star lead the wise men first to Jerusalem and after that to Bethlehem?
Gen. 24:67 – Is there an antitypical significance to the gap of time between Sarah’s death and Isaac marrying Rebekah? If so, what would it signify?
In Genesis 26: it says: “Abraham obeyed my voice and kept my charge, my commandments, my statutes and my laws.” What commandments, statutes and laws did Abraham obey, since this was before the law covenant?
Exodus 3:7 mentions Israel serving under taskmasters. Would this be similar to the practice of slavery in America? Is the dramatization in the “Ten Commandments” accurate?
Have the Lord’s words in John 1:51 been fulfilled? If not, what is the fulfillment?
What lessons can we learn from the prayer of Eliezer? (Gen. 24:11-14)
a.) He did not ask something for himself, rather for Abraham, Isaac and his mission.
b.) Rebekah unknowingly answered the prayer in verses 15-20.
c.) Did God influence Eliezer’s mind to make this request?
d.) Did God influence Rebehak’s mind to be so generous toward a stranger?
e.) What role did Abraham’s words given in verse 40 play?
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What lessons can we learn from the prayer of Eliezer? (Gen. 24:11-14)
a.) He did not ask something for himself, rather for Abraham, Isaac and his mission.
b.) Rebekah unknowingly answered the prayer in verses 15-20.
c.) Did God influence Eliezer’s mind to make this request?
d.) Did God influence Rebehak’s mind to be so generous toward a stranger?
e.) What role did Abraham’s words given in verse 40 play?
Could the phrase: “father’s nakedness” in Gen. 9:23 have any connection with the same phrase “father’s nakedness” in Lev. 20:11 where it refers to an act of immorality?
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Could the phrase: “father’s nakedness” in Gen. 9:23 have any connection with the same phrase “father’s nakedness” in Lev. 20:11 where it refers to an act of immorality?
In 1 Kings 5:1 it mentions Hiram of Tyre and his love of David. Who is Hiram? Why did he love David so much to contribute so significantly to the building of David & Solomon’s homes and to the temple? Is there a lesson for us?
Which people is referred to in Psalm 110:3?
In 2 Samuel 24:13 one of David’s options of punishment was 7 years of famine. In 1 Chronicles 21:12 it mentions 3 years of famine. Why the difference?
In Michah 5:5 who are the shepherds? Who are the princes? When they will appear?
In Matthew 10:4 it mentions Simon, one of the apostles, as a Canaanite. How can we understand this? Weren’t the apostles all Jewish?
Is there any significance to the fact that Jesus was in the grave all of the Sabbath day?
John 3:18 – When did Jesus become the “only” begotten Son of God?
The map shows 33 miles from Caesarea (Acts 11:11) to Joppa. Acts 10:30 says four days, and 10:33 says the 3 men left “immediately,” while Acts 10:9 says “on the morrow” and “about the sixth hour”.
Can sense be made of what is written, as to how long they journeyed to and from?
Is the Jewish idiom involved regarding parts of first and last day, even when spoken by a Greek?
Did Noah and Shem build the tower of Babel as some Bible Students believe?
How do the brethren understand Br. Russell’s statement in Volume 2 forward v “The parallels follow the nominal systems to destruction…” as the nominal systems are still here in 2014 but the Jewish Temple was destroyed in 70 AD? What part of the parallels apply and what parts don’t. In the first 7 years of the Jewish and Gospel harvest there are parallels but what about the correspondence between 69/70 AD and 1914?
Is discussing politics, especially on the platform, and in Ecclesia studies, spiritual adultery?
Why didn’t Joseph’s brothers return to Egypt immediately after they discovered the money in theirs bags? (Genesis 42)
D49: “God holds men accountable, not only for what they know, but for what they might know if they would apply their hearts unto instruction — for the lessons which experience (their own and others’) is designed to teach; and if men fail to heed the lessons of experience, or wilfully neglect or spurn its precepts, they must suffer the consequences.”
Which Scriptures support the above thought?
What is the origin of the expression “a blesser nation”, and to whom and when does it refer?
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What is the origin of the expression “a blesser nation”, and to whom and when does it refer?
Are Brethren’s lives getting busier? How do we choose between conflicting privileges? Is it possible that some matters are distractions from the Adversary, rather than legitimate occupations? How do we know the difference?
As regards the Lord’s genealogy in the Matthew account: According to Ezek. 21:25-27 the lowly will be exalted (Nathan’s line) and the exalted (Solomon’s line) will be brought low. Why doesn’t Matthew’s record mention that as in Luke?
If an Ecclesia fails to follow Matthew 18 for a serious sin, such as a moral issue, is it ever proper for “outsiders” to intervene? If so, how?
In Rev. 13:8 “the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world” what is the foundation of the world? Is it before or after the fall of man? Please compare with Eph. 1:4 and 1 Pet. 1:19,20.
Brethren say that the 7 last plagues are poured on Babylon. Why is Babylon never mentioned by name in Revelation 16?
There are plagues on Babylon mentioned in Revelation 18:8, but only four are mentioned (death, mourning, famine, burnt with fire).
Is there a relationship to the plagues in chapter 16?
Why is death mentioned first?
In what way will the church be admired “in that day.” 2 Thess 1:10?
There are many scriptural proofs that those who died before Pentecost could not have a heavenly hope. Peter’s words in Acts 2:34 support this thought, but how do the scriptures he cites prove it?
How will the religious rulers see our Lord according to his statement in Mark 14:62?
What are the proper words to use when one of the brethren are immersed?
What is the harmony between the texts: Matt. 23:9 “And call no man your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven.” and 1 Cor. 4:15 “For though ye have ten thousand instructors in Christ, yet ye have not many fathers; for in Christ Jesus I have begotten you through the Gospel.”
Lev. 19:20 – Why in this case would the woman not be put to death because of adultery?
John 15:2 and 15:6 – Is there a difference between those who are “cut off” by God in verse 2 and those who “remain not in me” in verse 6?
Many heathen religions had human sacrifice as part of their worship. Is this an attempt on the part of the fallen angels to imitate God’s plan? Where would they have gotten this idea?
In Luke 11:50 and Ephes. 1:4 the same greek word katabole is used, with the meaning: figuratively conception: – conceive, foundation. Can that affect our understanding of when was the foundation of the world?
As regards John 1:31 – How is it possible that John didn’t know who Jesus was? Didn’t his mother Elisabeth explain that to him earlier?
The 1877 pamphlet The Object and Manner of Our Lord’s Return pages 1, 41, and 64, quotes from Luke 21:34 (which concludes with: “that day come upon you unawares”). In that pamphlet, is Luke 21:34 applied to the invisible return of Jesus in 1874 or to the future? In other words, what would come upon people unawares, Jesus and the Harvest in 1874, or the beginning / climax of the great trouble in the future?
Col. 1:23 – How was the Gospel preached?
If the final separation between the wise and foolish virgins is in the future how can we harmonize some elements from that parable with the type from 2 Kings 2:9,10 regarding Elijah and Elisha?
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If the final separation between the wise and foolish virgins is in the future how can we harmonize some elements from that parable with the type from 2 Kings 2:9,10 regarding Elijah and Elisha?
Eccl. 3:1-8 – When is the proper time for the various things mentioned here?
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Eccl. 3:1-8 – When is the proper time for the various things mentioned here?
In Joshua 2:18, can we draw some practical lessons from the red cord?
How do we overcome negative, fault-finding and critical thoughts and words?
Can we learn something practical from the account in Judges 8:25-27?
What is your favorite scripture and hymn? (May be verbalized or typed on the screen.)
Prov. 4:18 KJV
What does it mean to shine more and more unto the perfect day?
When is the perfect day?
When does the perfect day start and end?
According to Judges 14:5-7 Samson’s parents went with him to Timna but according to verse 6 it seems that they did not go with him. How can we explain that?
In Isaiah 35:8 is there a difference between “the highway” and “the way”?
What errors led to the need to vindicate God’s Character? In what practical ways can we do that?
How do we know if we have a pure heart? “Who can understand his errors? Cleanse thou me from secret faults.” Psa 19:12
Hebrews 11:
(a) 11:17 — Why is Isaac called Abraham’s “only begotten son”? Didn’t Abraham beget Ishmael, too?
(b) 11:32 — Why is Barak mentioned as a hero of faith instead of Deborah?
In what way will Isa. 6:9-11 be fulfilled in our days?
What important lessons come from contrasting “Food for Thinking Christians” with Volume One? How can we personally apply those lessons?
MANNA:
T123:1 – How can the Manna be the same yet different?
T122:3 – Why is the manna called hidden manna in Rev 2:17?
Is there any place in the scriptures that mention the Apostles (Peter, James, John, etc.) symbolizing their baptism into Christ by water immerson?
Would Matthew 24:48 suggest that the evil servant was deceived in his heart? What does it mean to be deceived in the heart? What does it mean to be deceived in the head? Can we tell if someone is deceived in their heart? To what teachings would this apply?
Could we have a general review of why God permits evil?