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NASB | 1 John 3:2 Beloved, now we are children of God, and it has not appeared as yet what we will be. We know that when He appears, we will be like Him, because we will see Him just as He is. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 John 3:2 Beloved, we are [even here and] now children of God, and it is not yet made clear what we will be [after His coming]. We know that when He comes and is revealed, we will [as His children] be like Him, because we will see Him just as He is [in all His glory]. |
Subject: What would make this allogory? |
Bible Note: bibleman... John said he saw souls. I have no idea what a soul looks like! I can speculate till the cows come home. But I seriously doubt that I can add to anyones intellect what the foggiest notion is of the image of a soul or what it may resemble at all. I just don't know. Nor does the Bible tell me. Evidently, sir, you missed my point. Let me please restate it... My point was, we need to be careful when we make assertions, when we are answering questions or issuing some kind of statement we may perceive as truth. There are many, many who come here, looking for truth, and with a trusting heart. So, I think, it's better be very careful. We don't want to lead someone to believe something should be taken as doctrine, when we cannot really be sure about it ourselves. Those who are called to teach are held to a higher standard, and I believe we will have to account for every idol word, whether it be spoken or written-!! Sorry, bibleman, but I can see nothing substantive or enlightening about continuing this discussion without deviling into subjective speculation. Thanks anyway. A personal note: I found out early on in my tenure here at SBF that speculation and subjective interpretation is not really very welcome. I'm not saying of course that you are not welcome. You are! But please be advised that this a serious Bible study forum. I do hope you don't take this the wrong way, it is not intended to put you down in any way. This is a truly wonderful place to learn and/or teach God's Holy Word, and I sincerely hope to see you continue to study with us. Thank you. Shalom and God bless John |