Subject: Why does God love the world (us)? |
Bible Note: Hank: [Note: I am not saying here that any of the problems I mention pertain to Meredith. I merely offer some general observations on the subject of defining our terms.] Thank you, Hank, for sharing with us your thoughts on the need to give precise definitions of the key words and terms we use. What is one to do when he defines terms using Webster's, Strong's, or the Bible itself, only to be told that Webster's definition is in error; Strong's is wrong; or the Bible definition is inadequate and incomplete (for example, where 1 Cor 15:1-4 gives a clear and plain definition of the gospel)? Anyone who cannot or will not come to an agreement as to the definition of basic terms is hardly ready to defend his position or debate the question. On the other hand, it's pretty hard for an individual to be wrong if he himself makes up the definitions as he goes along. Grace to you and to Meredith, kalos |