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NASB | Matthew 18:1 At that time the disciples came to Jesus and said, "Who then is greatest in the kingdom of heaven?" |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 18:1 At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, "Who is greatest in the kingdom of heaven?" [Mark 9:33-37; Luke 9:46-48] |
Subject: forgiveness |
Bible Note: Dear Parable - Having read your post on forgiveness, two things come to mind. First, in keeping with the aims of SBF, it would be nice to see your views documented by Scripture references. And second, with one of your assertions in particular I have a real problem and need your help. You state, "To forgive is to surrender your right to see justice done." I simply can't agree with this premise, but let me assure you that I'm more than willing to recant if you can provide solid biblical evidence that that is what Christians are commanded to do. That followers of Christ are taught to forgive is not open to debate and is not the consideration here. But that Christians are to have nothing to do with bringing a criminal to justice? Are Christians duty bound to look the other way while a murderer, robber, rapist or terrrorist goes free and unpunished for his heinous crimes? That's the message I get from your post, and to substantiate it, friend, you will need to show wherein the Bible teaches Christians to behave in this manner. --Hank |