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NASB | Matthew 16:28 ¶ "Truly I say to you, there are some of those who are standing here who will not taste death until they see the Son of Man coming in His kingdom." |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 16:28 ¶ "I assure you and most solemnly say to you, there are some of those standing here who will not taste death before they see the Son of Man coming in His kingdom." |
Subject: Preterism refuted using Scripture alone? |
Bible Note: Doc, Thanks again for the spirit with which you write. Others have pointed out to me the need to hold the creeds and traditions of the church in high regard. And I do. However, I am trying to focus entirely on the content of Scripture to resolve this issue. In this instance, the creeds and traditions only serve as distractions (please don't respond to that I do mean it with respect). As I've said before, if one focuses on placing Scripture into its proper context everything should eventually fall into place. I am aware that its not easy to do that. And, I'm also aware that most interpreters believe they are doing it. However, I'm trying not to become distracted by those who would dismiss this issue or treat it like it is disruptive to the unity of the church etc. And, I do say this with respect also: When I'm told that "we aren't assured of possessing all of that truth in this life time" I cringe a little. Who gets to determine which truths to pursue and which truth is beyond pursuit? After all, the Bible is God's revealed truth. Some resort to those "unsearchable truth" type statements when they are challenged to defend a doctrine that is becoming indefensible for them. I can tell that you are more learned and informed than others I've corresponded with, but I honestly don't consider a preteristic approach to Scripture beyond searchable truth. Again, please help me focus on the mindset of the first century church in regard to the writer's intentions and their expectations. Did they believe Jesus would return in their lifetime? If so, didn't they believe it because an inspired apostle or the Lord himself told them that he would return soon, in their lifetime? Did they believe that the coming of Christ would bring relief to them from the afflictions they were suffering? (II Thess. 1:6-8) Aren't we really reading someone elses mail and trying to apply it to ourselves? Again, the reason we should make every effort to determine the context of Scripture is to determine what God's Word means. And, that is everyone's goal, right? Coper |