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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: It's really quiet obvious once you think about it. Jesus' death on the cross made it possible for us to recieve redemption. If we CHOOSE not to receive it though, God will not force it on us. We must make the choice to accept Jesus' sacrifice as our payment for our sins. That is US working WITH God for our salvation. I know we are saved by grace through faith. Read James chapter 2 to see that faith is made perfect through our works. Works are required to show others our faith. Faith is not dead or blind. We are saved by grace THROUGH faith. Without faith it is impossible to please God. |