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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: How do I make sense of the context? |
Bible Note: Brother, from your response it is obvious that we stand on the precipice of some pretty deep issues here: The Soverignty of God, Predestination vs. Free Will, etc, etc... All of these have been debated ad nauseum on this forum and throughout the ages. There are many brothers on this forum who are far more qualified than me to discuss these issues, and I urge you to read previous posts on these topics. I have had my eyes opened by paying attention to my elders here!! (We may get yelled at for taking up space on these issues:-)) I do just want to say that I believe God is absolutely and totally in control. I believe satan cannot, and never has, taken a breath without God's permission (note I said PERMISSION, not APPROVAL!!! They are 2 different things!) I also believe that coming to accept Christ is revelational because our ability to independently discover has been destroyed by sin. "We are no longer detached, disinterested observers". Belief is something that is granted to us (Philipians 1:29). It is God's leading that causes our belief to happen. God doesn't animate your arms and legs, He changes your heart, knowing what you will do in response. |