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NASB | Acts 15:11 "But we believe that we are saved through the grace of the Lord Jesus, in the same way as they also are." |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Acts 15:11 "But we believe that we are saved through the [precious, undeserved] grace of the Lord Jesus [which makes us free of the guilt of sin and grants us eternal life], in just the same way as they are." |
Subject: Show me scripture that says we can sin |
Bible Note: Dear Brother Ed, Yes, if push came to shove we might contend over the mechanics of the acceptance or refusal of the gift. However, we would probably walk in greater agreement if we pointed out that repentance is also a command. (Which also implies the ability to refuse or accept.) In some parts of scripture it is almost a plea. Therefore, all of these things must be true of repentance -- something else we would agree upon -- since they comprise the total of what scripture says or can be inferred about the subject. I, do, indeed, agree... In my previous post I was seeking to scripturally support your position. I've often puzzled at the questions that people ask about sin. It is as if they want to see how close they can get to sin without sinning. Why aren't we asking, how far can I get away from sin and still be in this world? (But the latter question, lest we take care, might lead us into boggy theological debate, too!) In Him, Doc |