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I think the Bible does give valid reasons for remarriage. For instance, if a spouse is unfaithful and divorce occurs as a result or the partner is an unbeliever and abandons the marriage. There are other issues that make me wonder that the Bible does not specifically address (for instance...

People who embrace and indulge in sinful desires should never find "sanctuary" in the church. The church is not a place where evil behavior should be condoned or protected. As the Apostle Paul writes, “And why not do evil that good may come?—as some people slanderously charge us with saying...

When we say "more accurate" it is because the KJV is based on less reliable Byzantine manuscripts. Its still a good Bible, but there are definitely verses and phrases used in the KJV that are not found in the earlier and more reliable Alexandrian texts.

I would be an open theist before I would be Reformed. I agree that any position that would put God as one who double-predestines men for destruction or decrees every human work (good and evil) should be rejected. Ultimately I think both of these positions are incorrect.

Who says your understanding of Scripture is true? I believe the Bible is for all but it is understood in its own context. God told Moses to tell Pharoah to let his people go. You are not to go tell Pharoah, that was a command given to Moses. Not every statement in the Bible is directed right...

Johnlove, You should stop trying to teach because you do not know the Scriptures you quote. 1 Cor. 2:10-16 is NOT referring to all Christians. It is referring to the Apostles that received special revelation from God. (See 1 Cor 2:6 & 1 Cor. 3:1). The first personal pronouns are referring...

I truly believe that you are wrong.

What is your point Johnlove? The question is "Does one need to study the Bible?" Based on your comments, am I right in understanding that you think it is good to study the Bible to learn about God, but then, once you receive the Holy Spirit, you do not need to study the Bible anymore? That...

FHII, I would disagree with your comment on "Bible jumping." I think it is wise to have multiple versions. Multiple versions can be helpful in understanding a range of ways various translations approach a text. Moreover, in some places I like how the NIV84 translates a passage, while in...

Yes, I agree that we should understand the early culture and setting of the writing to properly interpret the verses we are considering. This is why I think Johnlove continually misuses 1 John 2:27. This verse is NOT suggesting that teachers are unnecessary and it is no support for Western...

I disagree that modern translations are "watered down" versions of the Greek and Hebrew. Language is communication. If your assertion is that modern translations communicate the Greek in Hebrew in a way that loses emphasis or the significance of words, I would say you are mistaken. Of course...

The story of Jepthah is perhaps one of the most disturbing stories in the Bible. Jepthah is a man of his times, and the times are not good. At this point in the book of Judges, the Israelites had turned away from the Lord at least a half a dozen times. Each time they turned away, their issues...

They are all trying to be like us Independent Christian Church folks! :) Copycats. In my grossly lopsided opinion... I think churches are doing this because folks aren't interested in denominational ties. Yet remaining part of a denominational tie and just changing the name is a bit...

“And he seized the dragon, that ancient serpent, who is the devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years, and threw him into the pit, and shut it and sealed it over him, so that he might not deceive the nations any longer, until the thousand years were ended. After that he must be...

I would say that Jude and 2 Peter are primarily attacking false teachers. False teachers lie and conceive things about powers that are far beyond them and that they do not understand. I think that is the ultimate rebuke here. These false teachers are destined for gloomy dungeons of...

I suggest you guys start a new thread dealing with Bible translations or how to understand John 10. Currently this conversation has nothing to do with the OP, which, (thankfully) has run its course.

Well, obviously not, since you are the only one here that has the Holy Spirit...which in turn means you are without fault or sin and so it is inconceivable for you to be in error.

You must be quite proud of yourself Johnlove. You never sin. Jesus hangs out at your house. You supposedly own nothing to prove how devoted you are. It is quite astonishing to me how someone can turn the gospel of our Savior who is filled with grace, love and truth into another form of...

I don't see it as an "interpretive choice." This is not a matter of interpretation but a matter of inspiration. I believe the Bible is inspired by God. I see no other way to "interpret" the Old Testament battle narratives.

I believe what we read regarding the conquest of Canaan had to do with God's judgment on sin. God alone reserves the right to exact such judgment and we see it dozens of times in Scripture in relation to cities and nations. I do not see it as inconsistent with his nature nor do I see any need...