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NASB | 2 Timothy 2:25 with gentleness correcting those who are in opposition, if perhaps God may grant them repentance leading to the knowledge of the truth, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 2 Timothy 2:25 He must correct those who are in opposition with courtesy and gentleness in the hope that God may grant that they will repent and be led to the knowledge of the truth [accurately understanding and welcoming it], |
Subject: SEARCHING FOR THE TRUTH |
Bible Note: Hi KSR, Thank you for sharing and clarifying your views! I sincerely appreciate that. We are definitely on the 'same wavelength":-) I'm not sure if Orthodox Christianity would be "sufficient to override the blasphemy and heresy in today's churches?" It is most certainly what one should and needs to believe to be saved. It is the core of Christianity. You inquire, "Can a person remain in a church which condones some unsound doctrines as long as the conditions of "Orthodox Christianity" are there?" That too depends on what is meant by "unsound doctrines". Are we talking minor issues (Rom. 14:1) or serious deviations that would negate core beliefs? I don't know and can't say. For instance, our pastor and I disagree in many non-essential matters, yet have respect for and can fellowship with one another. Maybe you could provide a more clear definition on this point? I too take this matter seriously, which is probably why I've been a part of the SBF for over 3 years! There are many other good men on this Forum, who though we might and do disagree on non-essentials, I could safely say ,we're united in Orthodoxy! We have more on which to agree than we do to disagree! Spiritual maturity allows for that, as I couldn't have said that 10 to 15 years ago. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |