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NASB | Ephesians 2:2 in which you formerly walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, of the spirit that is now working in the sons of disobedience. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Ephesians 2:2 in which you once walked. You were following the ways of this world [influenced by this present age], in accordance with the prince of the power of the air (Satan), the spirit who is now at work in the disobedient [the unbelieving, who fight against the purposes of God]. |
Subject: Believing in the Bible and E.T.'s |
Bible Note: Hello again FOE, I took no offense at your previous post nor meant any through mine. Let me respond to this post with sincerety as well. You wrote: "Rather I would broaden your horizens. I gave to you the message I would need to hear if I felt the way that has been described here." I passionately argue that the only message that any of us need is not your own, but the message of God found in His word. What knowledge has God "made plain" to you. And I never "assumed you have no knowledge of Aliens". I stated that you write as though you believe they exist. Furthermore, in the last post you do say that you have special knowledge from God about aliens and that you do believe they exist. You write " When you are given the opritunity to expand your knowledge of God, jump on it!" I warn: if you are receiving anything from any source other than God's word (the Holy Bible), or anything that does not agree with the bible or seeks to go beyond what is written, flee from it. It is not of God. By the way, I would offer the same advise to any man including the Pope of the Catholic Church. I have no knowledge of the Pope or any recognized church leader taking such a position but if one should they are mistaken. A very basic understanding of the gift of salvation reveals that it is something offered to mankind. The conversion of aliens is as rediculous (to me) as the conversion of Angels. After all, we know angels exist, but the Pope nor any other seeks to "convert" them (to my knowledge). Refer to 1 Peter 1:12 for a little insight there. You write: Do you need to see the wind to know it is there? Have you ever tasted, felt, seen or really heard an idea? How do you know an idea exsists then? I see evidence of the wind and the Lord has blessed me with senses, logic and common sense. Regarding the idea question, it's just not a logical question. An idea is by definition something that is imagined in the mind. So, based on your logic, I guess aliens are real. That is, in the imagination and mind of some. Finally friend, spend some time studying the word of God and gaining a better understanding of the faith that saves us in Christ our Lord. When one is "converted" the Holy Spirit Himself is given by God. It is, as I mentioned previously, a faith that is given by and maintained by God, not the one converted. My point is, if one is truly converted, an alien crashing through his living room in a flying saucer couldn't shake his faith. God is our sustainer and He who began the work of salvation in us, is faithful to complete it. (see Philippians 1:6). Friend, please consider investing a portion of your time reading the bible and asking God to reveal the truth to you. Consider what it has to say about Jesus Christ. Consider what it has to say about man's hopeless condition and need for a savior. Consider Romans chapter 10 verses 9 and 10. Sincerely, Jeff |