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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: Joe You said, Furthermore, I would wager that, despite your preaching to the contrary, that you yourself have prayed for others to come to Christ, whether it be people within your sphere of contact or faceless members of unreached people groups halfway around the world. Joe to the best of my knowledge I have never intentionally violated anyone's freewill. I have prayed God do what ever it takes for this person to see their lostness and see that Jesus can be their savior. But I have never prayed God save this person, to me that would violate the whole idea of John 3:16. Believes requires is a personal decision that only the person accepting or rejecting the gospel can make. Therefore Joe you lose! What was the stake of the wager? Did I hear Steak? I’ll have a nice 16 oz Top Sirloin done Medium, Bake potatoes with butter and sour cream with a few chives sprinkled on top. Thanks !!!!! :-) EdB |