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NASB | John 3:15 so that whoever believes will in Him have eternal life. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | John 3:15 so that whoever believes will in Him have eternal life [after physical death, and will actually live forever]. |
Subject: Free gift of God |
Bible Note: Dear S. W., You cite, "And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear Him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell." (Matthew 10:28) You comment, "Here, Jesus is teaching his disciples before sending them out to minister. Why should we fear him if we can't be cast into hell?" How does this contribute to your argument? Indeed, this passage only detracts from your synergistic argument. Only God determines the ultimate disposition of the human soul. No man can cause a human soul to go to hell or go to heaven. Note that it does *not* say "except you yourself!" Consequently, we should fear God not man. Our salvation is entirely a matter in His hands! In Him, Doc |