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NASB | 2 Corinthians 1:22 who also sealed us and gave us the Spirit in our hearts as a pledge. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 2 Corinthians 1:22 it is He who has also put His seal on us [that is, He has appropriated us and certified us as His] and has given us the [Holy] Spirit in our hearts as a pledge [like a security deposit to guarantee the fulfillment of His promise of eternal life]. |
Subject: When does one receive the Holy Spirit? |
Bible Note: Good Morning. Thanks for the responses. I want to clarify that I am not judging people or their belief. Doc, I am just a bit concerned that so many people are not “held accountable” to their actions or beliefs. Moreover, I am at peace knowing that our Lord will Judge all in His time. I am just saddened that there are many that are/may be blinded by false belief/doctrine. I do, however, believe that one may test a person’s faith in regards to staying in step with the spirit (Gal 5:22). Life and doctrine (1 Tim 4:16). I know that Paul was instructing Timothy, but if we are obeying Christ’s’ commands, spreading the Word, then this applies to us as well. Jnop. Thanks for your input. I do agree with your advice, however that question in my mind is: What is the point of obtaining that Seal? For example, getting a stamp when traveling abroad, in your passport. If I did not travel to Germany, then I can’t get the German stamp, but I say that I traveled to Germany. What proves that I did go… my word or belief that I did or that stamp? Similarly, someone says that they are a Christian, how can one have assurance that they are believers? For example, “I’m a Christian but I don’t believe in Baptism”. Maybe I am confused with what the commands are. Mark 16: 15He said to them, "Go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation. 16Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned. 17And these signs will accompany those who believe: Or just belief is fine? Even the demons believe and shutter. James 2:18-20. I will continue to study this and if you have any other advice, suggestions, books to dig into, I would appreciate it so much. I want to really be concrete in my own faith that, as has been stated: Not to fall into just a few lines of scripture(s). I have searched many places of worship and have been in many conversations that seem to be different in structure/beliefs. Ephesians 4:1As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. 2Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. 3 Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. 4There is one body and one Spirit—just as you were called to one hope when you were called— 5one Lord, one faith, one baptism; 6one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all. Although, we have to look at all words that God has given us, I guess I am concerned that so many are just living on a few “parts” of scripture. Thanks again, I am grateful for the responses and food for study. |