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NASB | Hebrews 6:9 ¶ But, beloved, we are convinced of better things concerning you, and things that accompany salvation, though we are speaking in this way. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Hebrews 6:9 ¶ But, beloved, even though we speak to you in this way, we are convinced of better things concerning you, and of things that accompany salvation. |
Subject: What is interpretation of Hebrews 6:4-6 |
Bible Note: Dear fundamentals, I have something fundamental to bring up with you. Why eschew "interpretation of words and intent of phrases?" (sic) This is particularly odd from a person who (1) is communicating with others with words and phrases; (2) is grateful for "thoughtful comments" which are communicated with words and phrases; (3) is a teacher who, one may assume, uses words and phrases with which to instruct; (4) is posting on a forum dedicated to a specific text: the Bible; (5) is evidencing an emotional response to that text; and (6) is rendering an interpretation of text in the same post as he denigrates interpretation. God, Himself, invented language (Genesis 1:5) and, creating man in His image, imbued him with language (Genesis 2:16) with which the Creator also informed man of his role in creation. Even before the fall, language was an necessary component of the first task given to God by Adam (Genesis 2:19). Thus, language was an essential aspect of man's relationship with God, and man's relationship with his mate (Genesis 2:23). Indeed, without language we would know little of God and none of this history. God places His word above His own name (Psalm 138:2). Psalm 119 asserts the indispensable character of the word for men. God places a higher value on the word than other possible forms of communication (Jeremiah 23:28-29). It is the basis by which men will be judged (Deuteronomy 18:19; Matthew 12:36). In fact, the very Son of God is described as the Word (John 1:1-5; cf Hebrews 1:1-2). The verbal, plenary inspiration of the Bible -- a crucial doctrine in sola Scriptura -- recognizes the immense value of language. Paul, bases an entire doctrine on whether a single Hebrew word is plural or not (Galatians 3:16). We have whole passages given to the importance of language -- is there anyone that knows their Bible that can dispute the fundamental and all important aspect of words and phrases? Sir, with all due respect, show me your doctrine without words and phrases, and I will show you my doctrine with words and phrases. No, the words and phrases of Scripture were contrived by God Himself in order to instruct and correct our us (2 Timothy 3:16-17). It is, in fact, our very life (John 5:24). In Him, Doc |