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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: WOS, Let me start by saying that most recently I simply answered JCARTER's question regarding Matt. 24:1-10. I thought that was the primary reason for this forum. The answer I have given is from Scripture. It focuses on the context of the passage. You'll notice that I didn't rely on man's wisdom or tradition as some have accused. After discovering the preterist perspective, I've re-read the Scriptures and I was passing that knowledge on so JCARTER could consider another perspective. The post to which you refer (183345) is true and sincere. As I've written before, I've been studying preterism for about a year now. Prior to my understanding of preterism I had been taught dispensationalism for many years. That's the reason for the statement "I've been introduced to it rather recently". I've discussed this issue with friends and family and they dismiss it rather than deal with it Scripturally and honestly. I don't mean to be disruptive and my intention is not just to argue and debate for the sake of it. I would appreciate it if you, or one of the others who have responded, would be open and honest and let me know exactly why the points I've made with regard to the time frame and audience relevance are wrong. So far I've received more questions back than answers. Some of you have tried to avoid my questions by getting into things like: Who was the man of sin?, When did the stars fall from the heavens?, What about the rapture?, What date was Revelation written?, etc. Please answer the following questions: Why is it so unreasonable to believe that Jesus was speaking directly to His disciples about things that would occur in their lifetime when He used the word "you" so many times throughout the Olivet Discourse? Matt. 24:32"From the fig tree learn its lesson: as soon as its branch becomes tender and puts out its leaves, you know that summer is near. 33So also, when you see all these things, you know that he is near, at the very gates. 34Truly, I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all these things take place. When compared to James 5:7-9 written between 50AD-60AD isn't a near to them coming the only logical, normative way to understand it? Again, couldn't this be the reason that Peter, James, John (and even Paul), would teach their audiences that the coming of Christ was near? These are all legitimate questions that so far have gone unanswered. I'm sure you can understand my frustration. You're saying I'm wrong and some are reacting in a very unchristian way rather than showing where I've erred. And, yes I am prepared to be directed back to Scripture. Coper |