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NASB | Acts 11:26 and when he had found him, he brought him to Antioch. And for an entire year they met with the church and taught considerable numbers; and the disciples were first called Christians in Antioch. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Acts 11:26 and when he found him, he brought him back to Antioch. For an entire year they met [with others] in the church and instructed large numbers; and it was in Antioch that the disciples were first called Christians. [Acts 26:28; 1 Pet 4:16] |
Subject: Difference between christian/ disciple |
Bible Note: Tim, your words are filled with wisdom. As I read them, I couldn't help but to think that we are told that we should be as Christ. I expect you have probably had those two statements aimed at you at one time or another. I have been the recipient of those particular statements, and many which were much more derogatory. It is of a certainty that anyone who, like you and I, stand on the "Unleavened Word," has endured such. I like your thought that "what I am presenting isn't MY TRUTH! It is God's truth. Therefore, I don't have to take it personally if His truth is rejected by someone. It falls in line with my thought that the "if the recipient doesn't like the message, they should take it up with the originator; not the messenger." I am always open to truth. Most whom I converse with think they have it. I do not claim to be anyone special where the Word is concerned, but I do know the truth, and a lie or "half truth," which is also a lie, when I see it. I'm sorry but I just can't keep my mouth shut when I see lies and half truths where the Word is concerned. As many should, themselves consider, I am still in the process of honing my method of delivery though. What amazes me is when someone comes to these boards; asks a question; then wants to argue the answer. Those, I feel are rarely interested in the truth. They only wish to twist it. I only respond to such posts in hopes that others will see the truth. I wonder how often the Sewer has sewn in what appeared to be fertile soil, only to find that the seeds that fell along the way produced the more. GB |