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NASB | 2 Corinthians 10:5 We are destroying speculations and every lofty thing raised up against the knowledge of God, and we are taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 2 Corinthians 10:5 We are destroying sophisticated arguments and every exalted and proud thing that sets itself up against the [true] knowledge of God, and we are taking every thought and purpose captive to the obedience of Christ, |
Bible Question: Is Paul refering to internal thoughts or expressed teachings here? |
Bible Answer: Hello, Paul is talking about Spiritual Warfare. The idea he is presenting is that we are in a constant war with evil. It isn't a war of weapons for prestige or territory. It is a war of the spirit. It is our duty as God's soldiers to raise up against all things ungodly. In this particular verse, Paul is referring to the thoughts we face. He is refering to thoughts as you would to a POW or an enemy soldier. The point that Paul is trying to make is that we should govern our thoughts to be in accordance to God's will, and omit those thoughts which go against God's will. Jesus Loves You! Jesusman |