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NASB | 1 Corinthians 2:14 ¶ But a natural man does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually appraised. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 2:14 ¶ But the natural [unbelieving] man does not accept the things [the teachings and revelations] of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness [absurd and illogical] to him; and he is incapable of understanding them, because they are spiritually discerned and appreciated, [and he is unqualified to judge spiritual matters]. |
Subject: How can anyone be saved? |
Bible Note: Hello Ed, That men are spiritually dead in their trespasses and sins, and have no natural ability to save themselves, is the basis for the Reformed doctrine of "total depravity"! I'm surprised that you were surprised by my statement. I challenge anyone to tell me what was it in them that caused them to "choose Christ". Did they have some desire for God down deep inside that those who reject the gospel lack? Of course not! Every christian, arminian and calvinist alike, would reply that it was God that opened their eyes and ears. Not to put words in your mouth Ed, but I'm certain that you would say the same thing. Mark 4:11 "And He was saying to them, "To you has been given the mystery of the kingdom of God, but those who are outside get everything in parables,". Acts 2:37 Now when they heard this, they were pierced to the heart, and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, "Brethren, what shall we do?" Why were these "pierced to the heart" and yet others mock the message of the gospel. The difference is grace. Rom 9:16 "So then it does not depend on the man who wills or the man who runs, but on God who has mercy." John 3:27 "John answered and said, "A man can receive nothing unless it has been given him from heaven". Would'nt it be nice if we could use a tractor instesd of a plow? So much easier... Your Brother, John |