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NASB | 1 John 5:16 ¶ If anyone sees his brother committing a sin not leading to death, he shall ask and God will for him give life to those who commit sin not leading to death. There is a sin leading to death; I do not say that he should make request for this. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 John 5:16 ¶ If anyone sees his brother committing a sin that does not lead to death, he will pray and ask [on the believer's behalf] and God will for him give life to those whose sin is not leading to death. There is a sin that leads to death; I do not say that one should pray for this [kind of sin]. |
Bible Question: what is the sin that does not lead to eternal death as compared to the sin that does lead to eternal death. can't seem to get a handle on this. thanks, |
Bible Answer: Greetings yondering and welcome to the forum. What translation are you using that says eternal death? 1 John 5:16 (KJV) If any man see his brother sin a sin which is not unto death, he shall ask, and he shall give him life for them that sin not unto death. There is a sin unto death: I do not say that he shall pray for it. There are seven different types of death mentioned in the Bible and only one of them is eternal!! Example Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. The previous verse is divided into two parts, which are antithetical; one assures eternal death the other eternal life! Into which category, would you say a brother would fit, there is no middle ground, so it is referring to physical death not eternal death; the Lord just might take him home to orientate him, if he doesn’t want to listen to reason and sound advise from a brother! Have a great day, CDBJ |