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Bible Question:
I have two questions concerning the book of Romans and other letters from Paul. During a Bible study with two friends. I was told that Romans Chapter 6 verse 7 applies to all men (or people), but I believe it applies to all Christian believers in keeping context with Paul speaking to believers. What is the correct interpretation? My second question also deal with the context of Romans and other letters from Paul. Out of the same discussion, I was told that Paul's letters were actually directed toward God's elect, whose being the 144,000 virgin martyrs mentioned in Revelation. And that we as other believers merely benefit from Paul's teaching. Now that I think about that discussion, I recall that it was mentioned that the elect are not necessarily virgins in the carnal sense, but that they are "spiritual" virgins. I asked what does that mean, and they said that they were not defiled spiritually. I don't get that! Sorry of the long explanation, but can you clarify these things for me? I would greatly appreciate it. Peace, joy and Love, Michael |
Bible Answer: answer #1 - Paul was writing to the believers in the assemblies. He was telling them that anyone who became a true believer would be included as per Romans chapter 6 verse 7. One thing you need to consider is that back in those days - many believers were Jews and as such could not be classified as Christians and even today, I am a believer but not a Christian. This may not make sense to you - but it will if you really study this subject in depth. Answer #2 - Paul was writing to the real people of the real assemblies of believers. He was not being cryptic. Therefore the 144,000 referred to in Revelation would most likely not be his audience since they are a special group reserved for the End Times which we are now in. So, If Paul were alive today - his writings might very well include the 144,000 but would not have been specifically addressed to them since only Father G-d knows who they are. Answer #3 - Other Christians as well as believing Jews all benefit from Paul's letters. There should never be an "Other Believers" Statement. Answer #4 - If you are referring to the 144,000 as being the elect or you are referring to all believers as the elect - you will get two answers. But Virgin means that they are not part of the world system and therefore are not defiled by the world system which is in opposition to G-d. Men can not be virgins in the physical sense. Only woman can be virgins physically. Virgin really means undefiled. Ok - try this on for size - they do not become part of any religion - not - christianity - not Catholosism - not Judiasm - not any They do not take part in politics They may or may not have sex with a Wife - I tend to think they might have wives if they are old enough. They might be New Borns or children or Retarded in the eyes of the world. In all cases - they are innocent in many ways. They are as close to sinless as can be even though they were born to sin. I would recommend that you do not frustrate yourself if you still do not understand - but know this - most Bible thumpers would not like them because they are two pure for most uneducated believers who still are on milk and have not graduated to meat as Paul clearly states. Hope this helps you a little bit. Now the term Elect can be used for many believers of which only 144,000, 12,000 from each of the Twelve tribes mentioned ( not including the tribe of Dan ). Ask yourself why Dan was not included. Read Revelation 7:7 Read Genesis 49:1 to 49:28 Read Exodus 1:2 |
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