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1 | Bible Translations | 2 Tim 3:14 | fcs375 | 214316 | ||
Hello Keli, I am just wanting to clarify by what you meant when you wrote that "Lutherans, Methodists and Non-Denominational all use the same collection of Books (called the 'canon') that they consider inspired from God."? Are you referring to the traditional 66 combined OT/NT books of the Christian Bible as what they use? I think I understand what you are trying to convey, it's just that it appears that you are saying that the Catholics, Protestants, and the others you mentioned use 3 separate bibles. To my knowledge, yes, the Catholics and some cults if you will have either added to the traditional 66 books known as the canon compiled in one so called Bible, or have a whole separate book they use in addition to the Bible, e.g. Book Of Mormon. What separates the traditional Christian Denominations to my knowledge is doctrine, not what bible they use. I believe that the 66 OT/NT books of the bible are the ONLY inspired word of God. Even though I personally am more bias towards the New American Standard Bible, primarily because it is a most literal and accurate, word for word translation, I also really like the New international Version, even though it is a combination of literalism, and thought for thought, also known as a dynamic equivalent, as it is very readable, especially for a younger person. I recommend parallel study with a literal, word for word translation such as the NASB, however of course the most important thing is to choose a translation (canon) that you will actually read. Thank you for reading my question and thoughts on this topic. God bless you!! C.S. |
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2 | Bible Translations | 2 Tim 3:14 | keliy | 214318 | ||
Hi C.S. Thank you for your response, and clarification. I was purposefully trying to keep my post at an elementary level, so I suspected that there would be follow-ups. Yes, I was '...referring to the traditional 66 combined OT/NT books of the Christian Bible...' as you understood. Yes, The RCC church uses a different Canon, but the 66 inspired Books are essentially the same. Thank you for your comment on the Book of Mormon, -I knew some Mormons when I lived near Salt Lake City, but did not know much about their beliefs back then. The JWs use their own Bible, at least in my eyes. Because when the inspired Word tells us in John 1:1, "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." The JW Bible mistranslates the ending and actually says, 'and the word was a god." So I see this as a contradictory translation. I completely agree with your statement that, "What separates the traditional Christian Denominations to my knowledge is doctrine, not what bible they use." My Dad's church says they are non-denominational, yet they practice infant baptism and some other 'hold-overs' from the Roman Catholic Church. I do not see biblical evidence to support this doctrine, but I do not believe it to be a divisive issue. They use the same Bible as my church, but just read things a little differently and hey, were only human. The 66 Books are accepted by thousands of Christian denominations as the inspired Word of God, and that is what is important. The particular translation is less important, because this is the additional efforts that are done by men, and we are strongly urged to pray before reading or studying God's Word -so that the Holy Spirit may reveal to us the message that God is trying to convey. Thank you for sharing your additional thoughts, may our Lord bless you as you serve Him. keliy |
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3 | Bible Translations | 2 Tim 3:14 | fcs375 | 214329 | ||
Hi Keliy, I really struggle with the whole denomination thing to be honest, as I feel that we ought to associate ourselves exclusively as the body of Christ, not denomination, as there should be unity in the body not separated by denomination. I don't want this to come across wrongly to anyone, but I feel strongly about it. In my mind, different doctrines among churches (denominations) means that they are interpreting the bible differently, when God's word is the same yesterday, today and forever, and if the Holy Spirit is truly teaching us, that should not be. Now, I think that for the most part, it's not a salvation issue among the main stream Christian denominations, but is still concerning to me. I used to attend a Baptist Church, which I had no problems with, as the word was preached, but now am a member of our local Community Church which I am able to serve and be active in since it's much closer to home. I always recommend a church where the whole counsel of God's word is taught in it's entirety. Furthermore, the Christian faith certainly is not religion nor should be made legalistic, as it is a very personal and intimate relationship with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I felt lead to say these things, not directed to you specifically, but as a whole and I appreciate you and your kind words. May God bless you richly!! F.C.S |
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4 | Bible Translations | 2 Tim 3:14 | keliy | 214332 | ||
F.C.S. Yes I agree completely, I don't think it was God's intention for there to be denominations. And you hit the nail right on the head when you mentioned the word, Relationship. It is not about Religion. The very fact that you felt led to post those remarks attest to your relationship. Lord Bless, keliy |
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