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NASB | 1 John 1:8 If we say that we have no sin, we are deceiving ourselves and the truth is not in us. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 John 1:8 If we say we have no sin [refusing to admit that we are sinners], we delude ourselves and the truth is not in us. [His word does not live in our hearts.] |
Subject: Is sinless perfection possible on earth? |
Bible Note: Greetings Biblicalman! While we may not agree on every point, I commend you for an excellent and well thought out post. Allow me to highlight what we do agree on. You wrote: "In order to live a holy life I am wholly dependent on Christ and His risen power. I am wholly dependent on the Spirit. Without Him reigning in me sin will again take over the reins. " I have stated over and over again, that living without sin is only possible as long as we are led by the Spirit. So, we agree that it is possible for Christians to sin, if they cease to be led by the Spirit of God. Where we disagree is concerning the present nature of a Christian. 1) Slaves or not: You seem to take the position that believers have to natures. Allow me to ask a question. What determines which nature we will follow? 2) To sin or not to sin: Do we just reckon ourselves as dead to sin, or are we really dead to sin? We both agree that a believer can sin. It just appears that we disagree concerning the nature or natures of a believer. Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |