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NASB | 1 Thessalonians 5:21 But examine everything carefully; hold fast to that which is good; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Thessalonians 5:21 But test all things carefully [so you can recognize what is good]. Hold firmly to that which is good. |
Subject: Discernment for the believer is required |
Bible Note: JVH0212 I don't think the problem is discernment as it is lack of action after discernment. Too many are convicted of something but rather than speaking out and appearing dogmatic or intolerant they look the other way. Christians today want to offend no one yet the Word itself says it will offend. Christians believe that being "tolerant" and inoffensive they will better position themselves to win non Christians. Unfortunately this doesn’t work, sinner must be convicted of and confront their sin and repent from it to be truly born again. Many churches in an effort to grow or to sustain growth will not confront sin, it might cause someone to leave. They would rather have a church full of sinners on the way to hell than to chance offending someone and having an empty pew. Be Blessed my brother Ed |