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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. |
Subject: some reject, others obey the gospel WHY? |
Bible Note: Greetings John, When a Christian is faced with trials and temptation and faces what is seen as a "test", then I believe that they, of their own volition, have to make the effort to follow through with the direction that Christ would have them to do in any particular situation. I do not believe that a Christian can live "aimlessly", without any direction, since to do so would be against the sanctification that is currently being worked out in the Christian's life. But at the same time, that sanctification does not ensure that the Christian will choose a path that leads to Christ, and that is where we have the volition to continue to follow and maintain our daily relationship with Christ. As for Tim, what answer would he give that would be 'to your satisfaction'? Blessings to you, Makarios |