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tigger, I think I recall debating this information with you in the past. Seems like the same original post and replies. 1. You don't determine Greek grammatical rules by trying to limit the sample size to the point that it proves your assumption. You wrote: You're arguing that we should...

tigger, This is normative argumentation from JWs, but displays a significant lack of understanding of NT Greek. 1. Colwell's rule does not demand that an anathrous predicate nominative be translated with a definite article. It simply argues that some contexts demand this kind of translation...

Thank you. Yes, I think there is a significant misunderstanding among some about the nature of "works" as it relates to the NT and salvation. Clearly, we are saved by faith. Yet, Biblical faith is a faith that acts. It is not a mere assent to ideas. James makes this very clear. The...

GodsGrace, Thank you for the question. I think the issue has more to do with our understanding of what "conversion" means. Yes, a person must repent and follow Christ to become a disciple. There is a specific moment when that happens in a person's life. Perhaps we could call this...

The Greek word there in Matthew 18 is straphete. It simply means to "turn." Similar to the word for repentance. Jesus is not speaking of "conversion" in the sense that we would think of it. He is talking about turning from their current way of life to that of a child.

Grace comes through faith. If a person is without faith, they do not have grace. Turning the Christian life into a Gnostic, one-time affirmation that seals a person's eternal security is a great mistake, IMO. The NT simply provides too many warnings about drifting away and turning from the...

Although I appreciate the tone of the individual in the video, I think he misrepresents his case continually. For instance, clearly the point about "education" refers to those education in things like geology, microbiology, etc. I don't think the article is claiming that poets should be...

Keras, I am on my phone so I cannot respond as I would like. First, as for the teaching of the Bible.... Again, I just want to point out that Jesus was talking to his Apostles in the texts you mention. He never said, "And also with those who take on the offices you hold from this point...

Keras, Thank your for your reply. I will just offer a brief response since my time is limited. The point you were originally making was that the Bible proved your points about apolstolic succession, magisterium, etc. My point was the Bible did not overtly teach any such thing. If you are...

Keras, I have no intention of trying to turn you away from the Catholic Church. I understand you have your faith and conviction and I am fine with that. I think we both are brothers in Christ, though we disagree on a number of issues. Allow me just to conclude with a few thoughts. First, I...

I assure you the doctrine of the Trinity is based solely in Scripture. There would be no reason to develop such a concept otherwise. Fine, let us discuss the Bible. I assure you there are a lot of theological terms that we use today that are not found in the Bible. The words simply...

I disagree with this statement. Protestants do see the importance of tradition and the teaching of church leaders both now and in the past. The difference is that they believe that it is possible for church leaders and tradition to lose sight of the Scriptures and the Bible always acts as...

Scripture doesn't have to claim itself as a "final" authority. It is understood. When we read, "Thus says the Lord..." the authority is implied...and it is final. When we read that all Scripture is breathed out by God, the "final" authority is implied. God is the final authority...dont you...

Luke 10:16, John 16:12-15 and John 20:21-23 do not even reference "the Church." IMO, Jesus gave authority to the Apostles in their preaching and the local church leaders in dealing with conflicts and sin. I don't see these verses saying anything about an ongoing hierarchy that would extend...

Peanut, It still doesn't change the fact that Trinitarians believe in one God. You can claim all you like that we don't, but it is clear you understand very little about Trinitarian doctrine. Moreover, if you want to debate the issue, I would be happy to examine the texts. If you are intent...

Ok, well this is a forum for discussion. I understand if you don't feel comfortable talking about some of your beliefs. I hope you don't feel like me challenging them is an attack on you. I believe issues like eternal salvation and judgment are weighty matters that deserve deep thought and...

There are a number of things I strongly disagree with in your response... Yet if you believe all will be saved, then preaching is not for the salvation of the soul...all souls will be saved. Not following you here. Yet one of us is right and the other wrong (or both are wrong). I believe...

I have to disagree with you here. The NT, many times, indicates that the Scriptures are the final authority (John 10:35; 2 Tim. 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20). Jesus also makes this pretty plain as well in his debates with the Pharisees. Moreover, the Scriptures are continually cited in the NT as...

Are you sure about that? The entire context there is dealing with salvation, not heavenly rewards. I do not agree that disagreeing with someone or believing (and stating) that they are wrong is being judgmental. If that is true, does that mean we have to agree with everything? If someone...