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NASB | 2 Timothy 2:15 Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 2 Timothy 2:15 Study and do your best to present yourself to God approved, a workman [tested by trial] who has no reason to be ashamed, accurately handling and skillfully teaching the word of truth. |
Bible Question: Is the Dispensationalist view of scripture sound. Many pastors do not seem to believe in that teaching. Is it just another interpretation of doctrine or should it be avoided. If so, please explain why. |
Bible Answer: annie.dunn, Well, you can check my profile if you'd like. I consider myself fairly dispensational. As a method of interpretation, I feel it does provide an overall logical and sound framework with which to understand the entire Bible. However, it has been my experience that not all agree with this method of interpretation. There are both moderate and extreme positions within Dispensationalism. I would consider myself moderate:-) Much of the debate centers around several areas: 1. The Body of Christ vs. Israel ( are they the same or do we differentiate?); 2. The beginning of the Church ( Early, Mid, or Late Acts); 3. Prophecy vs. Mystery ( what is intended for Israel and that which is intended for the Body of Christ); 4. The sacraments of Communion and water baptism. ( are they necessary and still to be practiced); 5. The "sign gifts" ( are they still valid or have they ceased?) This is just a summary of some of the issues that I'm familiar with. Obviously these can be met with opposition and not all will hold to, or embrace every aspect of dispensationalism. I believe much can be gained by following the guideline that "in essentials, agreement, in non-essentials, liberty". Speaking the Truth in Love, Brad |