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NASB | Matthew 5:44 "But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 5:44 "But I say to you, love [that is, unselfishly seek the best or higher good for] your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, [Prov 25:21, 22] |
Subject: Denounce militant Islam? |
Bible Note: How did Christianity go from being such an unpopular sect in the first century to such a mainstream collection of sects in the 21st century? Could it be that changes to fundamental teachings have occurred under the weight of criticism and persecution by the majority? The heads were stuck long ago so that all those that follow in the steps of these blind guides do not see the folly in pledging allegiance to nations that God will soon destroy. Will any nation remain after Armaggedon? Where will God draw the line in judging the nations - with the rulers only or will he hold those that supported them in ungodly acts accountable as well? Cannot a Christian simply obey whomever is in authority as elected by the people that do not know God, as long as not asked to disobey God? As long as he has his head and heart grounded in God's word, will he not avoid being part of the world while showing proper respect for authority? Even if true, the slanderous statements made by professed Christians against some elected officials is wrong according to Paul. Some of these are even known to be their "Christian brothers." Unlike Christianity, it just gets so ugly! |