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601 | Heresy Hunting or Biblical Mandate? | Matt 24:11 | Radioman2 | 86884 | ||
Heresy Hunting or Biblical Mandate? POINT: Heresy Hunting In his article "Seven Tactics Of The Heresy Hunters" Word of Faith proponent and defender Troy J. Edwards writes: 'Conclusion: The heresy hunters have caused quite a bit of stir in the church. They have caused the very division and strife that they often accuse those who they attack. They present themselves as "defenders of the faith" and "contenders for the truth." Yet they use false accusations, innuendo, and other ungodly methods to contend for this "truth." They are defending the truth as they see it. They claim to be modern day Bereans. I'm afraid that they do not qualify:' ____________________ This is an excerpt from "Seven Tactics Of The Heresy Hunters" by Troy J. Edwards (http://www.tgm.org/heresyHunters.html) *********************************** COUNTERPOINT: Biblical Mandate (Perspective: CP0601 www.equip.org) 'Well, I’m sure you’ve all heard by now, that Christians are simply supposed to love one another and be united together in faith. Should we, therefore, regard as divisive those Christians who speak out against teachings in the church which are clearly unbiblical? 'I can tell you firsthand that it is no joy to be labeled a “heresy-hunter.” Yet, as Paul instructed Timothy, we are to zealously guard the purity of the message God has entrusted to us, and for good reason (1 Tim 1:18-19; 6:20; 2 Tim. 4:2-5). 'We read in such passages as Acts chapter 20, and 2 Peter chapter 2, that false teachers will arise, bringing with them destructive heresies, distorting the truth and destroying the faith of some. Moreover, it is clear that these teachers will come not only from outside the church, but also from within the body of Christ as well. 'It is therefore imperative that we test all things by Scripture (1 Thes. 5:21). It was in this spirit that the Bereans examined the words of the Apostle Paul, for which they were reckoned as noble in character (Acts 17:11). 'Indeed, not only can the Bible be used for preaching, teaching and encouragement, but, it is equally valuable for correcting and rebuking (2 Tim. 4:2). As a matter of fact, we as Christians are held accountable for proclaiming the whole will of God, warning others of false teachings. (Acts 20:26-28; cf. Ezek. 33:7-9; 34:1-10). 'This is not merely a suggestion, it is, in fact, a divine mandate. Of course if heresies are coming from teachers within the church, we ought to try and approach them first with our concerns. Should that fail to resolve the problem, we are told in Matthew 18 to expose their errors to the church; and if need be, divulge their names. (1 Tim. 1:20; 2 Tim. 2:17-18; 4:14-15; 3 John 9-10). 'We would, therefore, do well to heed Scripture’s explicit warnings to be on guard for false teachings (Rom. 16:17-18; cf. 1 Tim. 1:3-4; 4:16; 2 Tim. 1:13-14; Titus 1:9; 2:1), and to point them out to brothers and sisters in Christ (2 Tim. 4:6). At CRI, it is not our practice to make an issue out of peripheral matters on which honest Christians can differ. However, we are committed to exposing those who would compromise the essential doctrines of the historic Christian faith. Remember, controversy for the sake of controversy is sin. But controversy for the sake of the truth is a divine command.' ____________________ 'Exposing Doctrinal Errors: Heresy Hunting or Biblical Mandate? (www.equip.org/free/CP0601.pdf) |
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602 | once saved always saved | John 10:28 | Radioman2 | 86861 | ||
What does it mean...? Heb 6:6 ____________________ "With full revelation they rejected the truth . . . They can never have more knowledge than they had when they rejected it." "There is no possibility of these verses referring to losing salvation. Many Scripture passages make unmistakably clear that salvation is eternal (compare John 10:27-29; Rom. 8:35,38,39; Phil. 1:6; 1 Pet. 1:4,5)." ____________________ Hebrews 6:6 "Fall away. "This Gr. term occurs only here in the NT. In the LXX, it was used to translate terms for severe unfaithfulness and apostasy. It is equivalent to the apostasy in [Heb] 3:12. The seriousness of this unfaithfulness is seen in the severe description of rejection within this verse: they re-crucify Christ and treat Him contemptuously (see also the strong descriptions in 10:29). "The 'impossible' of v. 4 goes with 'to renew them again to repentance.' Those who sinned against Christ in such a way had no hope of restoration or forgiveness. The reason is that they had rejected Him with full knowledge and conscious experience (as described in the features of vv. 5,6). With full revelation they rejected the truth, concluding the opposite of the truth about Christ, and thus had no hope of being saved. They can never have more knowledge than they had when they rejected it. They have concluded that Jesus should have been crucified, and they stand with his enemies. "There is no possibility of these verses referring to losing salvation. Many Scripture passages make unmistakably clear that salvation is eternal (compare John 10:27-29; Rom. 8:35,38,39; Phil. 1:6; 1 Pet. 1:4,5). Those who want to make this verse mean that believers can lose salvation will have to admit that it would then also say that one could never get it back again." (Note at Hebrews 6:6, MacArthur Study Bible, Word Publishing, 1997. For all Scripture references, see the MacArthur Study Bible.) |
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603 | once saved always saved | John 10:28 | Radioman2 | 86859 | ||
What does it mean...? 6:5 Hebrews 6:5 "Tasted. "(See [previous] Note on v. 4.) This has an amazing correspondence to what was described in [Heb] 2:1-4. Like Simon Magus (Acts 8:9-24), these Hebrews had not yet been regenerated in spite of all they had heard and seen. They were repeating the sins of those who died in the wilderness after seeing the miracles performed through Moses and Aaron and hearing the voice of God at Sinai." (Note at Hebrews 6:5, MacArthur Study Bible, Word Publishing, 1997. For all Scripture references, see the MacArthur Study Bible.) |
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604 | once saved always saved | John 10:28 | Radioman2 | 86858 | ||
"Once saved, always saved" may or not be true. It certainly is not stated in the Bible in these exact words. Moreover, I have never used those words in any of my postings, except to discuss the matter with someone else who used those words. My point: I neither claim nor disclaim the validity of that statement. My original point is that according to the plain language of Hebrews 6:4 in context it teaches that once salvation is lost -- if it is-, it would be impossible to renew that person again to repentance. Why? Because such a one has already rejected the only means of forgiveness and justification, which is the grace of God, God's one and only plan of salvation, the blood of Christ shed on the cross to atone for our sins. |
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605 | once saved always saved | John 10:28 | Radioman2 | 86857 | ||
Heb 6:4-6 What does it mean...? Hebrews 6:4 "Enlightened. "They had received instruction in biblical truth which was accompanied by intellectual perception. Understanding the gospel is not the equivalent of regeneration. In John 1:9 it is clear that enlightening is not the equivalent of salvation. "Tasted the heavenly gift. "Tasting in the firurative sense in the NT refers to consciously experiencing someting. The experience might be momentary or continuing. Christ's 'tasting' of death was obviously momentary and not continuing or permanent. All men experience the goodness of God, but that does not mean they are all saved. Many Jews, during the Lord's earthly ministry experienced the blessings from heaven He brought -- in healings and deliverance from demons, as well as eating the food He created miraculously. Whether the gift refers to Christ or to the Holy Spirit, experiencing either one was not the equivalent of salvation. "Partakers of the Holy Spirit. "Even though the concept of partaking is used in Heb 3:1; 3:14; and 12:8 of a relationship which believers have, the context must be the final determining factor. This context in vv. 4-6 seems to preclude a reference to true believers. It could be a reference to their participation, as noted above, in the miraculous ministry of Jesus who was empowered by the Spirit or in the convicting ministry of the Holy Spirit which obviously can be resisted without experiencing salvation." (Note at Hebrews 6:4, MacArthur Study Bible, Word Publishing, 1997. For all Scripture references, see the MacArthur Study Bible.) |
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606 | once saved always saved | John 10:28 | Radioman2 | 86856 | ||
Halting short of faith in Christ. Hebrews 6:4 For it is impossible for those who were once enlightened, and have tasted of the heavenly gift, and were made partakers of the Holy Ghost, "impossible "Hebrews 6:4-8 presents the case of Jewish professed believers who halt short of faith in Christ after advancing to the very threshold of salvation, even "going along with" the Holy Spirit in His work of enlightenment and conviction (John 16:8-10). It is not said that they had faith. This supposed person is like the spies at Kadesh-barnea (Deuteronomy 1:19-26) who saw the land and had the very fruit of it in their hands, and yet turned back. "partakers (Greek - iJlavskomai ," going along with)." Bibliography Information Scofield, C.I. "Scofield Reference Notes on Hebrews 6". "Scofield Reference Notes (1917 Edition)". http://bible.crosswalk.com/Commentaries/ScofieldReferenceNotes/ |
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607 | What's up with the italics in vs. 23? | Rom 9:23 | Radioman2 | 86853 | ||
Much ado about nothing Nothing is up with the italics bit. "Italics are used in the text to indicate words which are not found in the original Hebrew or Greek BUT IMPLIED BY IT" (Explanation of General Format of the New American Standard Bible, emphasis added). "Words or phrases in italics indicate expressions in the original language which require clarification by additional English words, as also done throughout the histoy of the King James Bible" (Preface to the New King James Version). Since in the NASB, as well as the KJV and NKJV, words which are not found in the original Hebrew or Greek are indicated by the use of italics, I do not see what the problem is. When italics are used the translators are telling us: These words are not found in the original text. They are added for clarification. There is no dishonesty here. The translators are not trying to put one over on us. They are plainly telling us that these words are not part of the original text. I see no essential difference between adding words in italics within the text and adding alternate or literal renderings in marginal notes. The translators' intent is to clarify the meaning, not to change it. It seems to me that to infer otherwise is not unlike grasping at conspiracy theories. To infer otherwise is to strain out a gnat (italicized words) and swallow a camel (the liberal and modernist interpretation of Scripture). |
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608 | How be born of water and of the Spirit? | Bible general Archive 1 | Radioman2 | 86842 | ||
What does it mean to be "born of water and the Spirit "? NASB John 3:5 Jesus answered, "Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. AMPLIFIED John 3:5 Jesus answered, I assure you, most solemnly I tell you, unless a man is born of water and [even] the Spirit, he cannot [ever] enter the kingdom of God. [Ezek. 36:25-27.] - - - - - - - - - - - - - "Then will I sprinkle clean water upon you . . . And I will put my Spirit within you" AMPLIFIED Ezekiel 36:25-27 Then will I sprinkle clean water upon you, and you shall be clean from all your uncleanness; and from all your idols will I cleanse you. A new heart will I give you and a new spirit will I put within you, and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. And I will put my Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes, and you shall heed My ordinances and do them. "by the washing of water with the Word" AMPLIFIED Ephesians 5:26 So that He might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the Word, |
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609 | Repost of ID# 86566 by Stokey | John 9:24 | Radioman2 | 86818 | ||
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610 | Repost of ID# 56104 by stokeyhk | John 9:24 | Radioman2 | 86817 | ||
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611 | Repost of ID# 55729 by stokeyhk | John 9:24 | Radioman2 | 86816 | ||
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612 | Can one accept Christ but not the Bible? | Luke 24:27 | Radioman2 | 86782 | ||
Mommapbs: Q: 'Why was this "restricted?"' A: I don't know. Radioman2 |
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613 | Gender?? | Deut 6:4 | Radioman2 | 86759 | ||
Is God a 'spirit-being with a body'? ERROR: Kenneth "Copeland makes God out to be a 'spirit-being with a body, complete with eyes, and eyelids, ears, nostrils, a mouth, hands and fingers, and feet'." ____________________ TRUTH: "INCORPOREAL: God has no body or parts, and is immaterial, being a simple and infinite being of spirit;... "a. God is spirit (John 4:24) "b. God is not a man (Num. 23:19; 1 Sam. 15:29) "c. Implied by doctrines of self-existence, transcendence, omnipresence, and creation." ____________________ 'A GOD OF HUMAN PROPORTIONS 'Copeland's view of God fares no better biblically than his understanding of faith. He describes God as someone "very much like you and me....A being that stands somewhere around 6'2," 6'3," that weighs somewhere in the neighborhood of a couple of hundred pounds, little better, [and] has a [hand]span nine inches across." 'Copeland's statement is based on his hyperliteral reading of Isaiah 40:12 ("Who has measured the waters in the hollow of his hand, marked off the heavens with a [nine inch] span,..." [AV]). Yet following the same line of interpretation, one would also have to conclude that God literally held a basket full of dust and weighed mountains on a gigantic set of scales (v. 12b) — an absurd proposition ruled out by the context of the passage. The fact is that Isaiah 40 makes extensive use of figurative language to underscore the vast difference between the Creator and His creation. 'Giving a literal spin on verses that figuratively describe God in humanlike (anthropomorphic) terms, Copeland makes God out to be a "spirit-being with a body, complete with eyes, and eyelids, ears, nostrils, a mouth, hands and fingers, and feet." However, the Bible never intended to convey the notion that God has physical features like His human creation. Anthropomorphic descriptions were simply meant to help us understand and relate to our Maker. Jesus declared, "God is spirit" (John 4:24), not a spirit-being with a body (cf. Deut. 4:12). The Creator is, after all, "God, and not man" (Hos. 11:9). '. . . a God who has a body with definite, measurable dimensions cannot truly be omnipresent, unlike the God of Scripture who is present everywhere in all His fullness (Jer. 23:23-24). (It is true that in His human nature Christ has a body and is localized in space and time. But in His divine nature He remains nonphysical and omnipresent, sharing this immutable nature with the Father and Holy Spirit.) Copeland's deflation of God is best exemplified by his comment that "the biggest failure in the Bible...is God." In stark contrast, the biblical God is an all-powerful being (Dan. 4:35) whose plans cannot be thwarted (Job 42:2) and who considers nothing too difficult (Jer. 32:17; Luke 1:37).' (WHAT'S WRONG WITH THE FAITH MOVEMENT? (Part Two): The Teachings of Kenneth Copeland) (www.equip.org) ************* INCORPOREAL: God has no body or parts, and is immaterial, being a simple and infinite being of spirit; excluding the Mormon doctrine of God as an exalted man. a. God is spirit (John 4:24) b. God is not a man (Num. 23:19; 1 Sam. 15:29) c. Implied by doctrines of self-existence, transcendence, omnipresence, and creation. (CRI Statement DA275, THE ATTRIBUTES OF GOD) (www.equip.org) |
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614 | Gender?? | Deut 6:4 | Radioman2 | 86756 | ||
"The description of God as 'father' is under attack today in certain circles. It is charged by some that this leads to a false view that God is a male. This criticism should be taken seriously in that God is not a 'man' (Num. 23:19). He is a Spirit (John 4:24) without sexual parts. "When God is referred [to] as a father, this is simply the use of a metaphor in which he is likened to a kind and loving father. Elsewhere God's love and care can be compared to that of a concerned and caring mother (Isa. 49:14-16; Luke 13:34)" (Baker Theological Dictionary of the Bible, page 247). |
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615 | Gender?? | Deut 6:4 | Radioman2 | 86755 | ||
What Jesus told the Sadducees is: "For in the RESURRECTION they neither marry nor are given in marriage, but are like angels in heaven." Matthew 22:30 NASB (Emphasis added.) Gracefull: The only reason I quote this verse is that I myself was always forgetting the exact wording of it. I couldn't remember whether it was "in heaven they neither marry" or "in the kingdom of God..." Just yesterday I looked it up to be sure and wrote the verse in a notebook. So please don't take my post as being negative or critical. That is not my intention. Grace and peace, Radioman2 AMPLIFIED Matthew 22:30 For in the resurrected state neither do [men] marry nor are [women] given in marriage, but they are like the angels in heaven. |
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616 | Can one accept Christ but not the Bible? | Luke 24:27 | Radioman2 | 86754 | ||
Repost by mommapbs: In the beginning was the Word [Mommapbs: I have taken the liberty of reposting your note in order to keep all the replies to the question under one thread. Hope you don't mind. I made a mistake when I created two threads. Sorry. :-( --Radioman2] Note: John 1:1 - In the beginning was the Word and the Word was with God and the Word was God. It is MY opinion that one who rejects the Word rejects God. "but just as it is WRITTEN,(emphasis on "written" - mommpbs)"THINGS WHICH EYE HAS NOT SEEN AND EAR HAS NOT HEARD, AND which HAVE NOT ENTERED THE HEART OF MAN, ALL THAT GOD HAS PREPARED FOR THOSE WHO LOVE HIM." For to us God revealed them through the Spirit; for the Spirit searches all things, even the depths of God.For who among men knows the toughts of a man except the spirit of the man which is in him? Even so the thoughts of God no one knows except the Spirit of God. Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, so that we may know the things freely given to us by God, which things we also speak, not in words taught by human wisdom, but in those taught by the Spirit, combining spiritual thoughts with spiritual words.But a natural man does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually appraised.But he who is spiritual appraises all things, yet he himself is appraised by no oneFor WHO HAS KNOWN THE MIND OF THE LORD, THAT HE WILL INSTRUCT HIM? But we have the mind of Christ." 1 Cor 2:9-16 Radioman, I don't know why this has been restricted because I believe that you have asked some important questions. This issue is heavy on my heart right now as I am concerned with a reply I recieved recently . . . it is MY opinion, that the Holy Spirit not only assures us of our salvation, but assures us of the TRUTH of God's Word. One who rejects God's Word as the absolute authority either does not have the Spirit or has quenched the Spirit by their rebellion. It is the Spirit who convicts and convinces! (John 16:8) I have replied to this in order to leave your question up for others! Comments? God Bless you - stand firm on the promises! (God's Word will not return to Him without accomplishing His purpose - Jesus did just that did He not?!!) mommapbs |
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617 | Can one accept Christ but not the Bible? | Luke 24:27 | Radioman2 | 86732 | ||
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618 | Can one accept Christ but not the Bible? | Luke 24:27 | Radioman2 | 86731 | ||
Can one accept Christ but not the Bible? Can one be a skeptic and a believer at the same time? Can an individual accept the Son of God but reject the written Word of God? Edb, Emmaus, Hank, Justme, Mommapbs, Morant61, Reformer Joe and anyone else who wishes to reply: I have a question for you. I sincerely would like to know: Here on the forum we often read postings written by people who claim to be Christians, who profess faith in Christ for salvation. Then they go on to say they have many strong doubts about the Bible -- its inspiration, authority and reliability in the various English translations. Often they cite verses by Paul that they question -- ones they don't agree with or that anger them. Or they may cite passages in Genesis that they have a hard time accepting as inspired, accurate and literal. Some do not trust any English translation, as if all were perverted versions produced as a result of some conspiracy to deceive. You get the picture. My question is: Is it likely that the person who continues to reject part(s) of the Bible, to question the inspiration or authority of the Bible, to have no confidence in any English translation, etc. -- is it likely that such a person is really a Christian? Especially if this doubt and mistrust of the Bible continues for years and years with no change, no growth, and no resolution? (In my question I am not suggesting that we pick certain individuals by name and judge whether they are saved.) My question is a general one. In short, people who have a low view of the Bible and who question every other verse they read -- how likely is it that they have really come to know Christ, with the result that they are saved and indwelt by the Holy Spirit? If one's faith in the written Word is so uncertain, precarious and fragile and remains that way for years and years, is it likely that this person truly believes that Jesus is everything the Bible says he is? Is it likely that their salvation is real? Again, this is not to judge any given individual(s) as to their salvation. But, it just seems a contradiction to me that although what we know of God and Christ is contained in the Bible, there are people who have little or no trust in the written Word of God and still claim to be Christians. Is this possible, impossible, the normal Christian experience, abnormal or what? What do you all think? Why do you believe what you do regarding this question? Can you give scripture and sound reasoning to back up your view of this matter? Sincerely, Radioman2 |
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619 | Can one accept Christ but not the Bible? | Luke 24:27 | Radioman2 | 86730 | ||
Can one be a skeptic and a believer at the same time? Can an individual accept the Son of God but reject the written Word of God? Edb, Emmaus, Hank, Justme, Mommapbs, Morant61, Reformer Joe and anyone else who wishes to reply: I have a question for you. I sincerely would like to know: Here on the forum we often read postings written by people who claim to be Christians, who profess faith in Christ for salvation. Then they go on to say they have many strong doubts about the Bible -- its inspiration, authority and reliability in the various English translations. Often they cite verses by Paul that they question -- ones they don't agree with or that anger them. Or they may cite passages in Genesis that they have a hard time accepting as inspired, accurate and literal. Some do not trust any English translation, as if all were perverted versions produced as a result of some conspiracy to deceive. You get the picture. My question is: Is it likely that the person who continues to reject part(s) of the Bible, to question the inspiration or authority of the Bible, to have no confidence in any English translation, etc. -- is it likely that such a person is really a Christian? Especially if this doubt and mistrust of the Bible continues for years and years with no change, no growth, and no resolution? (In my question I am not suggesting that we pick certain individuals by name and judge whether they are saved.) My question is a general one. In short, people who have a low view of the Bible and who question every other verse they read -- how likely is it that they have really come to know Christ, with the result that they are saved and indwelt by the Holy Spirit? If one's faith in the written Word is so uncertain, precarious and fragile and remains that way for years and years, is it likely that this person truly believes that Jesus is everything the Bible says he is? Is it likely that their salvation is real? Again, this is not to judge any given individual(s) as to their salvation. But, it just seems a contradiction to me that although what we know of God and Christ is contained in the Bible, there are people who have little or no trust in the written Word of God and still claim to be Christians. Is this possible, impossible, the normal Christian experience, abnormal or what? What do you all think? Why do you believe what you do regarding this question? Can you give scripture and sound reasoning to back up your view of this matter? Sincerely, Radioman2 |
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620 | Repost of ID# 86566 by Stokey | John 9:24 | Radioman2 | 86713 | ||
[Repost of ID# 86566 by Stokey. What happens to dead? Answer Bible general Stokey Thu 06/12/03, 10:54pm] Comparing Psalm 16:10 and footnote with Acts 2:31, we see that "Sheol," or the grave is the equivalent of "Hades." See Luke 16:23, footnote, NIV. What is the condition of people in Sheol or Hades? Ecclesiastes 9:5, 6, 10 answers: They "know nothing." Their love, hate and jealousy have "vanished." There is no "working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom." (Compare Job 3:11-19; 14:10-15; Psalm 104:29; John 11:11-14, 23-25.) Luke 16:13-31 is a parable as verse 26 shows. Compare verse 31 with John 11:47-53; 12:10, 11. Isaiah 14 is talking about the death of the Babylonian world empire; compare verses 18-20. Isaiah 66:24 is merely referring to "dead bodies" burning. Jesus contrasted "hell" with "life" in Mark 9:45-48. Incidently, in these verses, "hell" is the translation of the Greek "geenna," not "hades." "Gehenna" or the "lake of fire" refers to "the second death." (Revelation 20:10, 14) |
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