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NASB | John 17:9 "I ask on their behalf; I do not ask on behalf of the world, but of those whom You have given Me; for they are Yours; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | John 17:9 "I pray for them; I do not pray for the world, but for those You have given Me, because they belong to You; |
Subject: Jesus Died for all, why speak in parable |
Bible Note: Hello BradK, I have now received many answers and I will try to summarize. For God so loved the world He gave His only begotten son that whosoever believes in him shall not perish but have everlasting life. Even though God wants everyone to be saved, it will not happen because not everyone will believe, therefore Jesus does not need to be clear, which is why He speaks in parables. As He says, if He didn't speak in parables people might understand, repent and then be forgiven. Since it is God's will that only a few will make it to heaven, there really is no need for Jesus to speak so that everyone can understand. All scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable for everyone, however some of it is only for the Deciples, the Jews, or the Gentlies. I do want to be saved to be with God in heaven but how can I be sure when on the outside I claim to understand, but on the inside I am still unsure of the meanings? What if I am not on God's list to be saved? flyman |