Subject: Acts 13:1 |
Bible Note: Hello Tamara, Let me start by saying I am not a SDA. However, the idea of soul sleep has plenty of Biblical basis. Whether it is accurate or not, it is not as simple as saying it comes from one verse that is read out of context. For example, there appears to be no idea of an afterlife in the OT. The Jews did not mention (save once in Daniel) any life continuing after death. Quite the opposite, Solomon especially acted as if at death, it was all over. There are other verses in the NT that support soul sleep as well. However, the point isn't to present a case for it, only to point out that we do others a disservice if we shoot down another theology as if it had no basis in Scripture just because it does not line up with our interpretation of Scripture. Again on the works to get into heaven. Take Matt 25:31-46, the separation between the goats and sheep is not on faith or belief at all. There is no mention of either. There is only a mention of works. Again, not trying to defend the works belief, but it isn't proper to shoot down this theology as having no basis in Scripture. Take whichever side you want, but it is better to learn about what another "sect or cult" believes by hearing their points from them than from someone who disagrees with them. Jamison |