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NASB | Ephesians 2:10 For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Ephesians 2:10 For we are His workmanship [His own master work, a work of art], created in Christ Jesus [reborn from above--spiritually transformed, renewed, ready to be used] for good works, which God prepared [for us] beforehand [taking paths which He set], so that we would walk in them [living the good life which He prearranged and made ready for us]. [Rom 1:20] |
Subject: Discovering the will of God |
Bible Note: to jelkins, Well, it's been almost a week since you replied to me and I'm just now getting back to you. Thank you for your gentle answers, to which I say ... hummmm... I'm not trying to dispute you on this issue (as you seem well educated) but, it seems I find relation with many scriptures in the book of Joel. I have seen the darkness covering me and I know why the moon turns to blood. And I understand why he calls it "the great and dreadful day of the Lord". So, as I try to evaluate the answers you gave and the use of scriptures, I do not understand why I still find so much relationship with many books of the O.T. as well as the N.T. In Hebrews 10:5-7 it says; "when Christ came into the world, he said: ..... Here I am it is written about me in the scroll - I have come to do your will, O God." now read Psalms 40:6-8 Please don't think I'm trying to confuse scripture. It's just that I have had many situations in my life that I know the Lord, Jesus led me through. And after I was given understanding, I would also find the same circumstance, outcome, and understanding in the scriptures. And I have seen wonderful things happen that I dare not even talk about. In the 7th chapter of Hebrews the Word of God speaks about the priest Melchizedek. Now, obviously, Jesus is the one and only High Priest foever, but read verse 15. " and what we have said is even more clear if another priest like Melchizedek (not Jesus) appears...." Please understand why I mention this. It is because I have no earthly father, mother,I've never had an aunt, uncle, cousin, or grandparents. I was born the least of 8 children. And now at 40 years old I find myself to be a very passive person who has carried my cross almost all my life. There is very little that still remains of the me I once knew, yet God has written His laws on my heart, and I rejoice in the shadow of His right arm. Maybe you can help my understanding on a few N.T. verses. Luke 11:52 Luke 12:51 Luke 14:26-27 Please tell me your opinion in Mark 10:17- does the rich young ruler inherit eternal life? If you can provide some clarity for me I would greatly appreciate it. I really don't like the feeling of being different in my veiws. I thank you for your time and patience with me. in Christ, JKW |