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NASB | Ephesians 1:5 He predestined us to adoption as sons through Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the kind intention of His will, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Ephesians 1:5 He predestined and lovingly planned for us to be adopted to Himself as [His own] children through Jesus Christ, in accordance with the kind intention and good pleasure of His will-- |
Subject: How did Paul understand salvation? |
Bible Note: Acts 17:11 Now these were more noble-minded than those in Thessalonica, for they received the word with great eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see whether these things were so. Dear Brad, If you felt that way about discussing this topic, why did you ask me to answer your questions in the first place? In my own defense (as your post was aimed at me); Neither do I "pretend to be able thoroughly to elucidate the great mysteries of predestination". Did Spurgeon cease to preach the great doctrines of Grace simply because he did not have perfect knowledge of them? No... Should we cease discussing the Trinity just because it is impossible to know it thoroughly! God forbid it. John |