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NASB | 1 Peter 3:15 but sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts set Christ apart [as holy--acknowledging Him, giving Him first place in your lives] as Lord. Always be ready to give a [logical] defense to anyone who asks you to account for the hope and confident assurance [elicited by faith] that is within you, yet [do it] with gentleness and respect. [Is 8:12, 13] |
Subject: How do we respond to Sam Harris? |
Bible Note: Hank, as always I respect your views and how graciously you express them. I agree that SBF is not the place to debate the existence of God, but none of my original questions were about this. I thank all those who have so far provided excellent examples from scripture in response to my first two and fourth questions about the nature of mystical faith as it may relate to Harris' concerns. However, I do believe my third question about what the bible says about religiosity being a problem is within the mission of SBF. Indeed, I feel that scripture agrees that religion is a burden to the world, and this is why Christ came, i.e. to clear the way for relationship instead. I look forward to any responses that speak to this point. Peace, Parable |