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NASB | 1 Timothy 4:1 But the Spirit explicitly says that in later times some will fall away from the faith, paying attention to deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Timothy 4:1 But the [Holy] Spirit explicitly and unmistakably declares that in later times some will turn away from the faith, paying attention instead to deceitful and seductive spirits and doctrines of demons, |
Bible Question:
Dear Charis, I'm not sure I understand clearly. Are you saying that: 1. Salvation can be lost 2. It is difficult to lose 3. It rarely happens 4. Verses that support this view have been quoted by both camps?? :-( Sorry if I seem confused. I'm not even sure which camp I belong to, because I want to belong to the "ALWAYS SAVED" camp, and yet am afraid that I may be led astray by this belief. I would love to be assured of my salvation, simply because I know I could never do everything right to keep it, nor could I NOT do anything wrong - ever - that I might lose it. One thing I am sure of (and agree with you about)and that is that the Bible is NOT wishy-washy. That is why I would like to be sure of what it is that the Bible has to say on this very important matter. Please share in detail, if possible. Thank you and may God bless u for taking the time to share your wisdom with us. In His love, Your sister, Bhawna |
Bible Answer: Greetings to All, Sorry to interrupt, but I would like to share this thought. When we are saved we receive the Holy Spirit, read these words from 1 Cor. 12:3, "Therefore I tell you that no one who is speaking by the Spirit of God says, "Jesus be cursed," and no one can say, "Jesus is Lord," except by the Holy Spirit". If you have openly, sincerely claimed Jesus as your Lord you did it by the power of the Holy Spirit. Believers can grieve God's Holy Spirit, but once we receive Him He will never leave. respectfully, |