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1 | what's the difference in these two | Matt 10:5 | Reformer Joe | 12659 | ||
I think that this is our first interaction, Mr. Chumley! My opinion on the matter is that the Bible must be read with common sense. Obviously, Jesus was not speaking to all individuals in Matthew 10, but rather he was giving specific instructions to the Twelve. However, the instructions were recorded in the Bible for the purpose of us reading them and learning from them. Verse 16 is an example of something he said to the diciples directly, but also could be considered a general truth for us as well. In other words, it is good advice for all followers of Christ, not only the ones to whom He was directly speaking at the time. We know that God does not forbid us from interacting with the Gentiles. Why? Because God has regenerated me and millions of other Gentiles throughout history, because so much of the New Testament (Acts, Romans, Galatians) makes it clear that the gospel is for Jews and Gentiles, and because verse 18 in this very chapter alludes to the fact that their persecution will be a testimony to the Gentiles as well. Therefore, discerning general truths from Scripture rather than applying specific situational instructions to our lives, and letting Scripture interpret Scripture are both excellent tools in wise interpretation and application of the word of God. --Joe! |
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2 | what's the difference in these two | Matt 10:5 | wdc | 12718 | ||
Thank you Joe. later...wdc |
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