Copperhead
Well-Known Member
One of us is deceived.
I am not sure either of us is "deceived". And using such a term is a bit extreme for this issue. We just see the passages differently and we are influenced differently by extra biblical sources. If we were discussing core doctrines of the faith and we were in diametric opposition, then deception might be in play.
Yes, we probably will be questioned regarding false doctrines. That should be a sobering thought. However, I don't write bible studies or teach formally. Nor promote any educational pedigree. I just discuss these issues with others and present my case. I may disagree with other's positions, but I never question their standing with the Lord. That is way outside my pay grade. So I might not come under as much scrutiny as a formal teacher on these issues. I may look like an idiot standing before the Lord, but quite sure I will not be accused of deception, which by definition is intentional misleading of others.
But another consideration. One might be quite sincere in their belief on an issue, but at the same time sincerely wrong. That can work both ways.
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