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NASB | Matthew 24:1 Jesus came out from the temple and was going away when His disciples came up to point out the temple buildings to Him. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 24:1 Jesus left the temple area and was going on His way when His disciples came up to Him to call His attention to the [magnificent and massive] buildings of the temple. [Mark 13; Luke 21:5-36] |
Subject: EXPLAIN MATTHEW 24 VS. 1-10 |
Bible Note: CDBJ, Sometimes we must use more than a few words to adequately explain certain points. I've read many past posts on this site that are quite long also. One of the rules of this forum, I believe, is to avoid being too brief because it can come across as rude or offensive. I guess it depends on whether one agrees with what is being posted, right? You asked: "With regards to your understanding of the message spoken by Jesus on the mount, do you believe the Christ returned during the lifetime of his disciples?" My answer: The context of the passage, as I read it, leaves no doubt that Jesus either returned during their lifetime, or His prophecy was in error. I believe He and all the Apostles were true to their word, and that He -by necessity- returned to the generation to which He spoke. If you or anyone who reads this post can show that the writers and/or their audiences expected Christ to come at some distant point in their future after they were dead and gone, I'd be interested in examining your findings. I really appreciate this exchange. These types of discussions of God's Word prove to sharpen our understanding and deepen our relationship with the One Who redeemed us. Coper |