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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: Are we presenting the gospel scripturaly |
Bible Note: Dear Brother Mark, How could I but respond to a post so graciously and kindly put? :-) This thread is getting pretty long. To shorten it, I'll post the responses elsewhere. The alternative ways of reading the verses you cited is at post #172532. The definition of orthodoxy, as I use it, is at post #172533. I'd suggest you spend further study on the doctrine of prevenient grace. It is not synonymous with the universal offer of the Gospel, the latter doctrine being held by synergists and monergists alike. All would agree that there is a difference between offering and drawing. I'm really proud of you for explictly stating your soteriological theology in a "nutshell." Very proud indeed! That is a wonderful first step that few have the courage to do. It lays bear your thinking so that you and your brethren can evaluate it. I urge you, brother Mark, to make a copy of your statement. Keep it by you as you study the Word. Over time you will find that it will require amending. Don't let that worry you -- amend away! Furthermore, no one will denigrate you for correcting it. None of us care about being right. What we care about is the truth. And when that is our aim, we are in the business of revamping our thinking in full submission to the Lord of all truth. Everyone who is a true believer is involved in this process all the way until glory! You see, your statement has far reaching implications with regard to faith (your doctrine) and practice (the application of your doctrine). It is valuable since it forms the root of your understanding of the Word of God. Lay it out before Him with whom we have to do. For we need not fear His correction even as we hope for His affirmation. He will ultimately lead us unto all truth. Thank you, again, for your openness and candor. Those are virtues well worth emulating. We all see the fingerprints of our Lord! :-) In Him, Doc |