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NASB | 1 John 4:2 By this you know the Spirit of God: every spirit that confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is from God; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 John 4:2 By this you know and recognize the Spirit of God: every spirit that acknowledges and confesses [the fact] that Jesus Christ has [actually] come in the flesh [as a man] is from God [God is its source]; |
Subject: John 8:24- What does this mean to you? |
Bible Note: Hi Deep Input, I have been following this discussion and would like to jump in with a few thoughts. It seems to me that you have been hurt by those in the church. Out of this woundedness, you are searching for truth. It also appears to me as if you are trying to justify becoming a JW, but you know in your heart this is not the way. You said, "I know I am a child, but I want to grow up." If this is true then... 1. You must forgive those who have hurt and disappointed you. IF you do not forgive, then God won't forgive you. (Matthew 6:15) Like a hot potato, it only burns you as you hold onto it. Let it go! 2. The Christian walk is not a religion. It is a relationship...a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. (I John 5:12-13) Establish your own relationship with Jesus. Then work on renewing your mind through the guidance of the Holy Spirit who is given as your teacher and who will guide you into all truth. (John 16:13) 3. Truth is Jesus. John 14:6 Jesus said to him, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me. 4. God loves people. God hates sin and what it does to people. The world that God hates is the world of sin. God does not love some people and hate others. He loves ALL people. (Romans 5:8) He wants to rescue the people trapped in the sin world (kingdom of darkness) and translate them into the Kingdom of His dear son. (Colossians 1:13) 5. At this time the kingdom of darkness and the kingdom of light are growing side by side. There are some who try to jump back and forth, but God will deal with them. Our responsibility is to make sure we remain true to our Lord and Savior; not judge or speak evil of others. (Romans 12:19, Matthew 16:27, Rev. 3:16) 6. God doesn't haven't problems with pledges or vows unless they cause you to violate his commands. He says to keep our vows. Let our yes be yes and no be no. (Matt. 5:37) In other words, if you say you are going to do something, then do it. Worship, on the other hand, is for God alone. (See the Ten Commandments) Please look up the scriptures and read them for yourself. Hope this helps, Bows44 |