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Subject: why order is different in scripture? |
Bible Note: Dear Nolan, I must heartily disagree with Hank Hanegraaff on this one. (actually, there are a number of areas I do :-) I am of the opinion that the Bible Answer Man is lashing out at the abuses of spiritual Christianity when he denies the present-day manifestation of the Holy Spirit. This is a common mistake in the history of the church. One group makes a bold statement of faith, but, being natural man, stumbles in their walk. Another cites the 'stumble' as proof that the statement of faith is wrong, and comes up with several pertinent Scriptures to back up their claim of superior understanding of God. The first group then retaliates, desperately searching the Word to show they were right, consequently 'returning evil for evil.' (thereby moving away from Jesus!) Group 2 then goes on the offensive, stating that not only is Group 1 wrong, but heretical, citing the 'defense' made with emotions involved. (this is also not pleasing to Jesus!) Eventually we find both camps away from the Lord, Who has not moved one millimeter! Jesus is the same, yesterday, today, and forever more. Man and his 'camps' are always shifting, always selfish. The Calvinism-Arminist debate on this forum is a case-in-point! Another is the Traditionalists-Charismatics polarism. The history of the church is full of these kind of things. Shame on us! Ephesians 4:11 is clear. Don't read into it what is not there, and don't explain away the wonderful gifts that God has given us. Duh! In Christ Jesus, charis |