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NASB | John 1:12 But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe in His name, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | John 1:12 But to as many as did receive and welcome Him, He gave the right [the authority, the privilege] to become children of God, that is, to those who believe in (adhere to, trust in, and rely on) His name-- [Is 56:5] |
Subject: How do we receive Him? As Guest/Owner? |
Bible Note: Sorry you were irked Doc, I too am irked at the continuous iresponsible, unloving, unChrist-like, way that people respond indirectly to others on this forum. It's so unfortunate. Especially when they quote out of context of what the person actually wrote. This is shameful, and probably sinful as well. But you know what irks me the most? Those who use language like "we have nothing to do with that", or "He is Lord, He is King, He is all these things and more" "I have no power to make Him anything." Especially when they are unscriptural in their context. And the fact that some have so much biblical knowledge that has failed to turn into wisdom. This is unfortunate. Of course you have the power. To receive Him or reject Him. And don't try to throw some Calvin at this. I'm more interested in what the bible has to say about it, what Jesus had to say about it, and what the writer's of the scriptures had to say about it. There are those out there who would work to take away any and all individual responsibility. Those same people would also love to see the doctrin of free will turned on it's head. I'm glad the Lord made it clear to those who are willing to accept His word on it. Jeff |