Post by morningstar on Feb 18, 2014 16:49:05 GMT
I think this an excellent article that could apply to any Christian Forum, in regards to discussions and differing views held on Scripture.
Omega Letter
The Mysteries of God
In Defense of the Faith
Pete Garcia
I've often asked myself why was the Bible written the way it was...a little here, a little there. God's message to mankind, parceled out over 1,600 years to around 40 different writers, all from vastly different times and backgrounds. Why do some subjects lend themselves to such an extent, that opposing views, whether it is on Baptism or the Second Coming, seemingly justify their opposing points of view? You know what I'm talking about. Any time you've discussed the bible with anyone else, you point to this verse to prove your point, and they point to another that seems to prove their point. So why was God's word written like that, when the Holy Spirit could have had the Prophets, Apostles, and Writers state exactly what God means in such a way that it couldn’t possibly be construed any other way?
Remind them of these things, charging them before the Lord not to strive about words to no profit, to the ruin of the hearers. Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. But shun profane and idle babblings, for they will increase to more ungodliness. And their message will spread like cancer. Hymenaeus and Philetus are of this sort, who have strayed concerning the truth, saying that the resurrection is already past; and they overthrow the faith of some. Nevertheless the solid foundation of God stands, having this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Let everyone who names the name of Christ depart from iniquity.” 2 Timothy 2:15-19 NKJV
Of late, I have undertaken a personal quest of sorts, to throw myself into the theological shark-tank of those directly opposed to what I believe. In a way, I wanted to see if what I believed really held up to what I have come to understand, and thus far, I have not been disappointed. But yet, I have met some very sincere brothers and sisters in Christ who feel with equal passion, that I'm as wrong as I think they are.
Full Article:
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Omega Letter
The Mysteries of God
In Defense of the Faith
Pete Garcia
I've often asked myself why was the Bible written the way it was...a little here, a little there. God's message to mankind, parceled out over 1,600 years to around 40 different writers, all from vastly different times and backgrounds. Why do some subjects lend themselves to such an extent, that opposing views, whether it is on Baptism or the Second Coming, seemingly justify their opposing points of view? You know what I'm talking about. Any time you've discussed the bible with anyone else, you point to this verse to prove your point, and they point to another that seems to prove their point. So why was God's word written like that, when the Holy Spirit could have had the Prophets, Apostles, and Writers state exactly what God means in such a way that it couldn’t possibly be construed any other way?
Remind them of these things, charging them before the Lord not to strive about words to no profit, to the ruin of the hearers. Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. But shun profane and idle babblings, for they will increase to more ungodliness. And their message will spread like cancer. Hymenaeus and Philetus are of this sort, who have strayed concerning the truth, saying that the resurrection is already past; and they overthrow the faith of some. Nevertheless the solid foundation of God stands, having this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Let everyone who names the name of Christ depart from iniquity.” 2 Timothy 2:15-19 NKJV
Of late, I have undertaken a personal quest of sorts, to throw myself into the theological shark-tank of those directly opposed to what I believe. In a way, I wanted to see if what I believed really held up to what I have come to understand, and thus far, I have not been disappointed. But yet, I have met some very sincere brothers and sisters in Christ who feel with equal passion, that I'm as wrong as I think they are.
Full Article:
www.omegaletter.com/articles/articles.asp?ArticleID=7764
Fair Use for Discussion & Educational Purposes
