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NASB | Acts 8:13 Even Simon himself believed; and after being baptized, he continued on with Philip, and as he observed signs and great miracles taking place, he was constantly amazed. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Acts 8:13 Even Simon believed [Philip's message of salvation]; and after being baptized, he continued on with Philip, and as he watched the attesting signs and great miracles taking place, he was constantly amazed. |
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Bible Note: Dear Tim, Does the mere possesion of the "knowledge of the truth" prove that the possesor is a christian? My answer would be ,no, it does not. We are not saved by knowing but by believing the truth. Having believed we have been set free from the dominion of sin. We have become members of the body of Christ himself. We are indwelt by the Holy Spirit and adopted as sons by the Father. We have been restored to spiritual life. Our old hearts of stone have been replaced by hearts of flesh.Ps 73:26 My flesh and my heart may fail, But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. Ps 73:26 My flesh and my heart may fail, But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. Ezek 11:19 "And I will give them one heart, and put a new spirit within them. I don't understand how or why anyone could doubt God's power to save and preserve His own redeemed children. John |