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NASB | 1 John 2:2 and He Himself is the propitiation for our sins; and not for ours only, but also for those of the whole world. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 John 2:2 And He [that same Jesus] is the propitiation for our sins [the atoning sacrifice that holds back the wrath of God that would otherwise be directed at us because of our sinful nature--our worldliness, our lifestyle]; and not for ours alone, but also for [the sins of all believers throughout] the whole world. |
Subject: Receive? |
Bible Note: Dear Tim, I wonder at myself. What is my motivation for spending so much time and effort in defending what I believe to be the truth? Is it merely a carnal desire to triumph over an opponent? I pray that it is not. I justify my stubborn persistance by telling myself that my only goal is to glorify God. That His Word is true and that it is worth fighting for. Being a sinner, I must confess my less than perfect performance. I'm an incurable romantic. My favorite author (next to God) is John Bunyan. Have you read Pilgrim's Progress? A wonderfully insightful book. I'sure you have must read it. My favorite preacher is C.H. Sprurgeon. I love Martin Luther for his bombastic yet beautiful speech (not surpisingly, I highly recommend his "Bondage of the Will".) My favorite Hymns are "Rock of Ages Cleft for Me" and "A Mighty Fortress is Our God". When I engage in a hotly debated doctrine, I see myself as a warrior taking the field of battle in the service of my King. I have my orders and my mission is clear; Fight for and defend His truth and bring to Him the spoils of the victory, The Glory that is His alone. The very idea of His sharing His glory with man is , to my mind, anathema. The doctrine of "free will choice" implies that God does everything He can to pursuade man to turn from his rebellion and to surrender to Christ. But man has the power to thwart God's best efforts. Rebellious humanity triumphing over their King! The King can only stand by and weep. No, No, No! Do you really believe That God almighty does not possess the wherewithal to overcome the stubborn rebellion of mere man? Or maybe He withholds His might to make it a fair fight? If so He does them an injustice by doing so. I have been disappointed with some other of my brethren on this forum. They take the field and fight valiantly for a season, but when the contest gets to hot, they flee, shouting over their shoulders: " We are tired of this contest, when will it end! Your opinions are not welcome! We desire peace and quiet!". In the world to come we saints will speak joyfully of God's magnificent plan. It's perfection, beauty , justice, mercy and power. Why should we grow weary now, in this world? I will try not to trouble you with those particular questions again, but, I will continue to wonder at your refusal to answer them. PS. If it's any consolation, I'm also a burr under the saddle to many a reformed brother. Pray for me. Your Brother in Christ, John Reformed |