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NASB | Ephesians 4:3 being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Ephesians 4:3 Make every effort to keep the oneness of the Spirit in the bond of peace [each individual working together to make the whole successful]. |
Subject: denominations. |
Bible Note: Greetings Ed! Excellent example my friend! It is much easier to discuss a real example rather than an abstract. Allow me to make a couple of points about your example. 1) There is not a single command to the church to tithe - period! 2) There are plenty of commands to the church to give. So, to me this is quite simple. Demanding 'tithing' when there isn't a single verse that commands Christians to do so is an example of eisgesis. The same 'effect' can be accomplished by simply focusing on what Scripture does say, that we are to give and support those who minister. Problem solved! ;-) Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |