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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: Hello again Doc, It’s uncharacteristic of you to respond in a thread without first examining it fairly well, especially when there are only three posts in it. I say this to your credit. You must be a busy man. I’m glad to hear that you don’t ascribe to “hyper-Calvinism”. As for the “more commonly held theological perspective that denies the sovereignty of God”, would you be so kind as to give me additional feedback on this theology? I have little knowledge of it. I am aware that the lost may be of this persuasion, but I haven’t heard the teaching within the church. You mentioned in your post that you were listing the scriptures I requested? I didn’t request any. I guess that was just another example of your being to busy to read thoroughly. But the verses you listed made me feel like, perhaps, you found something in my post that made you question my belief in the sovereignty of God and His lordship and authority over all. Again, too busy to read and consider?? As for you referring to me as “son”. Well, I’ve seen you do that to others on the forum. I think it speaks for itself so no further comment is really necessary. Jeff |