Bible Question: I am wanting to know specifically where the NASB bible's original documents came from that were used in it's translation as well as who did the actual translating and their qualifications. I believe with my whole heart that as Jesus said "Be holy as I am holy" means that we are to strive for perfection. I want my bible to be the most accurate so I can have the best instruction available. |
Bible Answer: Seeking The Truth, It is of the utmost importance to examine ourselves to see if indeed we are of the faith. Our good works are a means by which our assurance of salvation is confirmed. No works proves a dead faith which is no faith at all. John 6:29 Jesus answered and said to them, "This is the work of God, that you believe in Him whom He has sent." Our work is to have faith in Christ and on that which He has done in our place and for our sakes. Our good works are the result of God's working in us. Phil 2:13 for it is God who is at work in you, both to will and to work for His good pleasure. If I give a glass of water to a thirsty person, I see it as a manifestation of God's eternal purpose for both that person and myself. The work itself is a fruit appearing on the branch. But, the branch bears the fruit which would not have burst forth, except for the root; Christ. John 15:5 "I am the vine, you are the branches; he who abides in Me and I in him, he bears much fruit, for apart from Me you can do nothing. John Reformed |