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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: Still not convinced preterism is false |
Bible Note: Tim, I think I've made my point earlier and it's not been dealt with thoroughly either by Brad or by you. We are discussing the "manner" of his ascension. He ascended in a cloud. Why have there been no comments on the Isaiah passage. It reveals precedence and it is something with which I'm sure the first century audience was familiar. I'll take your position further toward its logical conclusion by asking you a question: When Jesus comes back physically in the future will he be wearing the same robes and sandals that he was wearing at his ascension? If you are consistent you would have to say yes. After all, they saw him ascend in robes and sandals, right? This may sound disrespectful but that's not my intention. Again, as you compare the OT passages regarding "cloud comings", it should become obvious that God was not necessarily speaking in literal terms in the Acts passage. Let's agree to disagree on that point if you can't see the parallels with the OT perspective and continue to focus on the time-frame of the NT. With respect, Coper |