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NASB | Ephesians 1:7 In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Ephesians 1:7 In Him we have redemption [that is, our deliverance and salvation] through His blood, [which paid the penalty for our sin and resulted in] the forgiveness and complete pardon of our sin, in accordance with the riches of His grace |
Bible Question:
After reading the "Left Behind" series for children my son is expressing to me doubts about his salvation. He is now 12 years old. I was with him when he prayed to receive Christ when he was 5 years old. I have some ideas of how to approach this, but I would also appreciate the unbiased ideas of others. What do your suggest? Thanks, |
Bible Answer: Mathaytes: There is a problem with giving the "Left Behind" books. The books are filled with fiction. That's why they are sold in the fiction department. These books were made to make a profit, and they sure did for both of the authors. For what you paid for these books you could have bought a nice set of Bible Commentaries, that are pure factual. I do not believe scaring people into making Jesus Lord, it seldom lasts. May I suggest the NIV Student Bible for your son. At twelve he is ready and this Bible is just what he will use for a long time. The NIV Student Bible answeres questions, just like the question he is dealing with now. I have given out many of these Bibles to yound people in the churches I have pastored in. All og our children got these Bibles, and our 35 year old sone still uses his even with his other Bibles. I really encourage you to do this. One of the authors of the books you mention has some very serious theological issues that cause me deep concern. When we mis fiction with such important Biblical Doctrines as the coming of the Lord Jesus, that is a HUGE problem for me. The same issue you are facing I have heard before when other have read these mixed truth with fiction books. How is you son to know what is fiction? I hope you see my point. God guide you in you special relationship with your son. justme |